Fishermen unions to blockade Polish seaports in protest of rising fuel prices

Four trade unions encompassing over 7000 fishermen are close to a decision to blockade Polish seaports, demanding fuel subsidies and an end to subsidized fish imports from EFTA countries. National Fishing Chamber head Maciej Dlouhy stated, "We have already met with government representatives twice to no avail. On Wednesday we are going to meet again with deputy Prime Minister Longin Komo3owski. This will likely be our last meeting." The main cause of the protest are rising fuel prices. The price of diesel fuel, which accounts for 40% of the cost of running fishing boats, grew 360% from the beginning of the year, from z3. 0.48 to z3. 1.67 per liter. The fishermen are demanding a z3. 1 million fuel subsidy. (Puls Biznesu, p.6)