Gardaí have confirmed the arrest of five people following a protest in Cork city centre on the morning of Sunday, 13 April 2026. The demonstration involved a gathering that was joined by several heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and tractors, which moved slowly through the city's streets.
A Garda spokesperson stated that the gathering "quickly grew in size" and that the vehicles caused significant traffic disruption in the city centre. The protest was related to agricultural and rural issues, according to initial reports from local media covering the event.
The five individuals were arrested under public order legislation and were later charged. They are due to appear before Cork District Court at a later date. Gardaí said they managed the situation to ensure public safety and to minimise disruption.
