Midlands-North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly has called on the Government to take immediate emergency action on fuel costs, similar to what has been done in France. He warned that Ireland is now facing a full-scale rural economic crisis as hauliers, contractors and farmers unite over soaring diesel prices. Mr Mullooly said frustration among contractors and hauliers is reaching breaking point, with many calling for potential road blockades, including at Dublin Airport and along the M50. They have already moved to suspend excise duties on green diesel and introduce targeted fuel supports for operators. “The EU is not the barrier here - political will is.” Mr Mullooly also highlighted a fundamental inequality in how different groups are treated despite facing the same costs.

Source: The Herald March 30, 2026 15:51 UTC