Hauliers call off planned protest in Dublin on Tuesday

The Irish Road Haulage Association confirmed it is suspending the protest, after discussions took place between the transport minister and the association's president

The protest was due to take place amid concerns over the rising price of fuel, due to the US-Israeli war on Iran

Hauliers have called off a planned protest in Dublin on Tuesday to allow for talks with transport minister Darragh O’Brien.

The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) confirmed it is suspending the protest, after discussions took place between Mr O’Brien and the association's president, Ger Hyland.

It was due to take place amid concerns over the rising price of fuel, due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.

A spokesperson for the IRHA said there would be a face-to-face meeting between the association and Mr O’Brien upon his return from Brazil.

“The Irish Road Haulage Association is willing to hear government out and meet without pre-conditions with a view to resolving what is fast becoming one of the biggest crises to face the haulage industry in 20 years,” the spokesperson said.

A spokesperson for Mr O’Brien said: “The minister recognises the concerns raised by hauliers and acknowledges the important role they play in keeping supply chains and the wider economy moving. The minister will be meeting with representatives of the IRHA next week, as they are key stakeholders in this matter.

“In the meantime, the minister has been in contact with president of the IRHA Ger Hyland to discuss the situation and to ensure the issues being raised are clearly understood. The minister remains committed to listening to and engaging constructively with the sector."