HAULAGE GROUPS THREATEN BLOCKADES OVER N6 TOLL INCREASE

Date Published: 27-Dec-2011

Haulage companies are threatening to mount blockades over a hike in toll charges that will take effect on the N6 this week.

Tolls for trucks on ALL motorways, including the N6 Galway to Ballinasloe route will increase from Sunday, while cars will not be affected.

According to the Irish Independent, the Irish road haulage association says some companies are considering relocating to Northern Ireland and Eastern Europe to reduce costs.

Haulage groups are also warning toll increases will add to the cost of transporting goods which will impact on consumers.

Meanwhile private motorists are to be hit with a 10 cent hike for tolls on the M3 Clonee North of Kells, and the M4 Kinnegad to Kilcock.