Fishermen continue fuel price blockade

FISHERMEN blockaded Cork and Waterford ports yesterday, continuing their protest at soaring fuel prices and EU fish quotas.

Fishermen continue fuel price blockade

A flotilla of 50 vessels began the blockade at 10.45am at Roches Point and continued their protest throughout the day. The fishermen said they would be blocking entry to Cork harbour until further notice.

At about 2pm, trawlers began a blockade of Waterford port.

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