Waterford fuel protests as part of a larger nationwide protests are set to continue today as demonstrations enter a fourth day, with organisers planning further convoys and disruptions across the region.
Protesters, including truckers, farmers and other workers, have organised a main gathering point in Waterford city, with feeder routes coming from Dungarvan, Cappoquin, Lismore, Kilmacthomas, Ferrybank and surrounding areas.
The demonstrations form part of a wider national campaign, with organisers saying protests will continue until the Government engages on rising fuel costs and broader cost-of-living pressures.
Fuel shortages and long queues reported
The ongoing Waterford fuel protests have coincided with disruption at fuel depots nationwide, leading to shortages and long queues at service stations across the county.
Motorists in Tramore have reported heavy congestion at Pickardstown Service Station and Tramore Service Station, with concerns that supplies are running low. High demand has also been reported at nearby forecourts.
In Waterford city, queues have built up at Holy Cross Service Station, stretching beyond the roundabout. Traffic has also increased in Ballybeg and Ardkeen, as well as along Paddy Browne’s Road and Cleaboy.
Along the Cork Road, Autoport has run out of diesel, while other stations remain under pressure. Roadworks in the area have added to delays.
Elsewhere, Kilmeaden service station has reported running out of diesel, while long tailbacks have formed at Applegreen in Lemybrien.
Convoys expected across the region
Organisers say convoys will again travel through towns and cities as part of the Waterford fuel protests, following similar demonstrations earlier this week.
A convoy previously passed through Waterford as part of the nationwide action, which has seen blockades at key ports and fuel depots.
Further disruption is expected throughout the day as protesters travel along major routes in the south-east.
Protesters call for Government engagement
Organisers say the protests reflect growing frustration among families, workers, farmers and small businesses over rising fuel prices and increasing costs.
They say people can no longer absorb the financial pressure and are calling on the Government to take action.
As the fuel protests continue, motorists have been advised to expect delays and plan journeys accordingly, particularly near protest routes and busy service stations.
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