Up to 120 people and more than 40 vehicles spent Thursday blockading outside the Irving Oil Refinery in Whitegate, Cork, determined to send a message to the Government that it must do something about surging fuel costs. Farmers, hauliers, agricultural contractors, and local residents mingled in a demonstration that had been ongoing since Wednesday night in Cork. They said that, during the night, up to seven oil trucks were turned away from entering the facility. No fuel trucks attempted to enter throughout Thursday. Cobh-based truck driver Jason Barry told the Irish Examiner that protesters had to “make a stand" against rising fuel costs.

Source: Irish Examiner April 09, 2026 19:30 UTC