Disruption to key Border roads as fuel protests continue

People with their luggage walk past the heavy traffic on Dublin's M50 Northbound, due to vehicles taking part on the third day of a National Fuel Protest against rising fuel prices. Hauliers and agricultural contractors staged a series of <i>(Image: Brian Lawless)</i>
People with their luggage walk past the heavy traffic on Dublin's M50 Northbound, due to vehicles taking part on the third day of a National Fuel Protest against rising fuel prices. Hauliers and agricultural contractors staged a series of (Image: Brian Lawless)
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Motorists are being urged to plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys as protests continue to impact traffic in and around Monaghan and Cavan.

A Garda spokesperson confirmed that several key routes remain affected, with a number of road closures and restrictions currently in place.

In Monaghan, Coolshannagh Roundabout is fully closed, while Corlat Roundabout is operating under restrictions. The Castleshane area also remains closed to traffic. At Castleblayney Roundabout, vehicles are still able to pass through, though motorists are advised to expect delays.

In Cavan, traffic congestion is building around the Dublin Road Roundabout, and Gardaí have advised motorists to avoid the area where possible.

Drivers are being urged to allow additional time for travel or seek alternative routes as the situation continues to evolve.

Gardaí have confirmed that, despite the ongoing disruption, the protests remain fully cooperative, with emergency services continuing to have access through all affected areas.

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