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Dingle fishermen mount blockade on pier as Spanish trawler due to land

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Fishermen in Dingle say they will prevent a Spanish trawler from landing fish at the Co Kerry port tonight. The fishermen say they are mounting the blockade amid fears of potential Covid-19 transmission on the pier.

The fishermen are currently blocking the entrance to the pier. Gardaí have cautioned the fishermen but they are refusing to end their blockade.

It is understood a Spanish-registered vessel is due to land its catch in Dingle later tonight. A Spanish-registered truck is waiting outside the town.

The latest blockade follows similar protests in Dingle and Castletownbere three weeks ago. Minister Creed subsequently announced a number of measures to address the concerns raised by fishermen.

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