On Thursday, as fuel protests over the Government’s response to rising petrol and diesel prices entered their third day, it became clear that the demands of the protesters showed no signs of being met.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin said protesters blocking cities and towns are “wrong” and those breaking the law will be penalised.
Several distinct but co-ordinated protests took place over the past three days, involving slow-moving convoys on motorways, such as the M1 and M50, as well as the blocking of main roads in Dublin.
Those taking part include hauliers and agricultural contractors using large trucks and tractors to disrupt traffic.
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Irish Times political editor Pat Leahy analyses the political reaction and Colm Keena explains who the protesters are and what they want.
Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Suzanne Brennan.
