UK Farmers Urged to Join National Fuel Protest This Week
Filmogaz.com reports that organisers have called for a three-day demonstration over rising fuel costs. The action follows recent fuel protests in Ireland.
Timing and meeting points
The protest is scheduled for 15, 16 and 17 April. Participants have been asked to gather from 12 noon each day.
Several major roads and transport hubs serve as assembly points. Organisers named multiple motorway junctions and terminals.
- M8 between junctions 20 and 19
- A1(M) at Scotch Corner
- M6/M74 at the Scottish border
- M6 junction 20 and Spaghetti Junction (all routes)
- A1 near Moto Grantham
- Junctions on the M5/M4 and M1/M25
- M25 at the Dartford Crossing (northbound and southbound)
- M2 junction 3 and M20 junction 6
- M4 Prince of Wales Bridge
- A50 Uttoxeter Bypass (JCB)
- Port of Felixstowe container terminal
Who organisers want on the roads
Campaigners have urged UK farmers to take part in a national protest over fuel costs this week. HGV drivers and members of the public were also specifically encouraged to join.
Organisers say the demonstrations aim to highlight fuel pressure on key industries and daily life. They are seeking a visible show of strength across regions.
Fuel prices and industry pressure
The RAC reports average petrol at £1.58 per litre and diesel at £1.91 per litre. Some motorway stations are charging around or above £2.00 per litre for diesel.
Protesters say those prices threaten farm businesses, haulage firms and small enterprises. They argue current policies do not ease these mounting costs.
Farmers For Action response
William Taylor, coordinator of Farmers For Action, confirmed the group has been asked to consider UK-wide tax and fuel action. He said farm organisations across the islands are involved in discussions.
Taylor said organisers would watch fuel trends and government responses before finalising tactics. He warned that family farms, SMEs and the haulage sector face severe strain.
Government preparations
Media reports say UK ministers are drawing up plans to manage potential mass protests. Officials are preparing contingency measures linked to the wider cost-of-living crisis.
That crisis has been associated with disruption from the conflict in the Middle East. Ministers are monitoring developments ahead of the planned demonstrations.
Organisers continue to press for large turnouts at the listed sites. Filmogaz.com will monitor the situation and report further updates.
