Hauliers have warned they will take immediate strike action if the Government does not bring in measures to address rising fuel prices. The meeting comes amidst calls for the Government to take action on rising fuel prices due to the conflict in the Middle East. Fuel prices have risen above €2 per litre in many forecourts across the country. "Unless we leave that meeting with concrete and immediate proposals to reduce the cost of fuel, hauliers will be left with no choice but to launch immediate protest actions. “When transport costs go up, groceries, clothes, building materials and everything in between goes up in price,” Mr Hyland added.

Source: Irish Independent March 18, 2026 17:17 UTC