Patrick O’Donovan said there were ‘lopsided’ political views and ‘skewed’ broadcasting of fuel protests and blockades last week.

Junior minister and independent Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae announced his resignation during a debate in the Dail.

Mike Nesbitt has asked protesters not to block roads, warning that the lives of those seeking medical treatment could be put at risk.

Simon Harris was speaking after his Cabinet and party colleague said he would ask the broadcasting regulator to look at media reporting.

Government ministers warned that the 505 million euro package announced on Sunday would impact the budget in October.

People Before Profit has said most householders have got ‘little or nothing’ from the Government’s 505 million euro package.

‘He had a dream and he worked hard and he went out and did it – twice,’ a local wine bar owner said.

The National Emergency Coordination Group warned that the number of fuel stations without supplies could rise to 500 on Friday.

Micheal Martin said the blockading of ports and a refinery by protesters was ‘unconscionable’.

The escalation at Whitegate comes amid confusion over a Government meeting on Friday afternoon.

The Taoiseach said ‘the Government had to act’ once fuel depots were blocked.

The Education Authority said it could not yet confirm whether personal data had been compromised.

Micheal Martin said the war is threatening to have ‘very significant impacts’ on the global economy.

Michael O’Leary said disruption to jet fuel supplies was not expected until May.

David Beckham, Gary Neville and Robbie Keane are among those who have expressed condolences.

Helen McEntee was speaking following the deaths of three peacekeepers in Lebanon in the previous 24 hours.

Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin said the 2018 visit was ‘overshadowed by the story of abuse’.

Social Democrat TD Rory Hearne said the Government needed to continue to invest in social and affordable housing.

‘I think they recognised me and I think that was perfect fodder,’ the fashion designer said.

Simon Harris said there is ‘no evidence’ that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants peace.