# Department of Transport

Type: organization

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## Timeline

- **2026-04-01**: Carbon Tax Implementation — Scheduled date for new carbon tax increases, a key point of contention for the industry.
- **2026-03-15**: Projected Emergency Meeting — Expected date for preliminary talks between IHA representatives and the Department of Transport.
- **2026-03-08**: Protest Warning Issued — The IHA formally warns of potential industrial action and road protests over fuel prices.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Irish Hauliers Threaten Major Protests as Fuel Costs Reach Breaking Point
2026-03-08 21:30:32 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

The Irish Hauliers Association has issued a formal warning of potential industrial action and protests in response to escalating fuel prices. This development signals a significant risk of supply chain disruption across Ireland as the industry demands government intervention to mitigate rising operational costs.
Full story: https://getsupplybrief.com/story/irish-hauliers-fuel-price-protest-warning-2026

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