Hauliers Warn of Winter Crisis as €150m in Fuel Supports Remain Unused
Irish hauliers are warning of a "perfect storm" this winter, as nearly €150 million in government fuel supports have gone unclaimed due to complicated and burdensome schemes.
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Irish hauliers are warning of a "perfect storm" this winter, as nearly €150 million in government fuel supports have gone unclaimed due to complicated and burdensome schemes.

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The Irish Cabinet is scheduled to convene to discuss support measures for hauliers, farmers, and the fishing sector, responding to ongoing fuel protests now in their sixth day.
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Members of the Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) have warned Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien that they require a 35-cent-per-litre reduction in fuel costs. They stated that without this support, rising fuel prices would force trucks off the road.

Hauliers and contractors, supported by an MEP, express dissatisfaction with the government's efforts to reduce fuel costs, prompting calls for further action.
Ireland has agreed on a fuel relief package, including a 20c cut for diesel and 15c for petrol until May, a doubling of the fuel allowance, and a diesel rebate scheme for hauliers.
Irish Minister Darragh O’Brien has committed to providing substantial support after a meeting with hauliers, while the Taoiseach condemned an Israeli strike on an Iranian gas field as "utterly unacceptable."

Irish hauliers are scheduled to meet with a minister today, threatening immediate protest action over fuel prices, while Tánaiste Simon Harris stated that an "appropriate intervention" is being finalized for Cabinet next week.

Irish hauliers are threatening protest action and warning of 'catastrophic' consequences if the government does not cut fuel tax, with the IRHA president stating they are 'ready' to act.
Hauliers in Ireland have canceled a planned dawn protest following last-minute negotiations and intervention from the government.

The Hungarian Road Hauliers' Association states that soaring construction costs are preventing the development of sufficient bypasses and expressways, leading to increased truck traffic and public frustration.

Ghana's controversial Cocoa Bill is facing strong criticism for allegedly excluding key industry players, such as hauliers, from consultations prior to its passage. Opponents are demanding fresh consultations and urging against its immediate signing into law, arguing it puts the "cart before the horse."

The Italian Ministry of Economy, in agreement with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, has announced the official figures for tax breaks for road hauliers, setting the flat-rate deduction at 48 euros for 2026.

The Italian Council of Ministers has approved a decree to extend fuel tax discounts and provide an additional 200 million euros in support for road hauliers, preventing a planned strike.

Italian hauliers have announced their intention to go on strike, with official communication expected to be submitted to the strike guarantor on Monday. This action signals a potential blockade in road transport across Italy.
A veteran priest conducted an impromptu Sunday Mass service for disgruntled farmers and hauliers protesting fuel prices in the Midlands.

Units of the Irish Defence Forces have been deployed at the Whitegate refinery, where a public order unit reportedly used pepper spray during an incident. New details are emerging regarding government supports related to the situation.

Hauliers, farmers and contractors protesting against the cost of fuel are continuing to cause disruption in the capital and across the country.

The Irish Road Haulage Association has declared fuel prices, impacted by the Iran crisis, to be at a "national emergency" level, prompting a meeting with the Minister for Transport to discuss support for hauliers.
An MEP warns that frustration among Irish hauliers and contractors over rising fuel costs is reaching a critical point, leading to calls for potential road blockades, including at Dublin Airport and along the M50.
Ireland has announced a fuel-relief package, including a 20c cut for diesel, a 15c cut for petrol, a diesel rebate scheme for hauliers, and the suspension of the NORA levy.
Irish Minister Darragh O’Brien has committed to providing 'substantial supports' following a meeting with hauliers, addressing their concerns and needs.

Hauliers have threatened to "launch immediate protest actions" if the Government does not make concrete proposals to reduce the cost of fuel.

Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty has called on the government to take immediate action to address rising fuel prices, criticizing their perceived inaction and 'dithering' on the issue.
Irish hauliers are threatening major road and airport blockades in protest against surging fuel prices and the government's refusal to cut motorway tolls, warning of severe disruptions.

Irish Minister of Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee has pledged ongoing engagement with hauliers after protesters threatened the country's EU Presidency.

Hauliers in Ireland have warned that the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is 'out of its depth' as the number of learner permit holders continues to climb, though the RSA 'categorically rejects' the criticism.

The European Commission has approved temporary state aid measures, allowing member states to support sectors like agriculture, transport, and heavy industries facing high energy prices and other challenges. This framework aims to mitigate the economic impact of the ongoing energy crisis.

Farmers, hauliers and small contractors have brought parts of the country to a standstill

Irish police cleared a six-day blockade in central Dublin by farmers and hauliers protesting fuel prices. The Irish government is expected to hold an emergency Cabinet meeting to address the ongoing protests.

Measures under consideration are expected to be targeted at farmers, hauliers, fisheries and agribusiness
Hauliers, farmers, and contractors are protesting the cost of fuel, leading to disruptions and blockades on the M50 motorway and other areas across Ireland.
Ireland's Taoiseach has stated that fuel supplies are secure until the end of April, even as hauliers have declared a "national emergency" regarding the situation.
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Police in Bosnia and Herzegovina intervened to stop partial blockades attempted by hauliers at border crossings with Croatia, who were protesting operational difficulties.

A news digest for Thursday highlights the attack on a gas field in Iran, discussions between hauliers and a minister on fuel prices, and the closure of Claire's stores.

Irish hauliers have temporarily called off their immediate protest plans after the government agreed to consider measures to address rising fuel costs.

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