Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Former deputy prime minister of Ireland, Frances Fitzgerald, tells TRT World's Roundtable that fuel protests in the country sparked by rising fuel prices "got very out of hand" with both the police and government given "poor intelligence".
The Irish government, led by Micheal Martin, has faced criticism for its slow response, raising questions about his leadership during the crisis.
Sharply rising fuel prices sparked six days of protests in Ireland, as the US-Israeli war on Iran has impacted energy costs globally.
The protests ended after the government introduced a €550 million aid package.
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Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by Enda Brady, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:00 GMT on TRT World.
Former deputy prime minister of Ireland, Frances Fitzgerald, tells TRT World's Roundtable that fuel protests in the country sparked by rising fuel prices "got very out of hand" with both the police and government given "poor intelligence".
The Irish government, led by Micheal Martin, has faced criticism for its slow response, raising questions about his leadership during the crisis.
Sharply rising fuel prices sparked six days of protests in Ireland, as the US-Israeli war on Iran has impacted energy costs globally.
The protests ended after the government introduced a €550 million aid package.
#ireland #fuelpricehike #farmersprotest #fuelcrisis #costofliving #straitofhormuz #fuelpricehike
Roundtable is a discussion programme with an edge. Broadcast out of London and presented by Enda Brady, it's about bringing people to the table, listening to every opinion, and analysing every point of view. From fierce debate to reflective thinking, Roundtable discussions offer a different perspective on the issues that matter to you. Watch it every weekday at 15:00 GMT on TRT World.
