Dublin protestors throw U2 world tour plans into disarray

Dublin protestors throw U2 world tour plans into disarray Dublin - The world tour plans of Irish rock band U2 were thrown into disarray Tuesday by picketing residents in Dublin who blocked the trucks carrying their touring equipment.

Dozens of trucks that had been stationed at the city's Croke Park stadium where U2 performed the before a 240,000-strong audience the previous three nights were blocked by the picketers early Tuesday.

The residents were protesting the decision by city authorities to allow the stadium owners and concert promoters permission to dismantle the band's custom-built stage overnight Monday.

U2 managers said they feared the trucks that were due to carry the 56 tons of sound and video equipment to Sweden might not make it in time for the next leg of their 360-Degree Tour Friday, according to reports.

Residents and officials were to meet later Tuesday.

After performing in Sweden, U2 is scheduled to travel to Germany Monday and then Poland for concerts. (dpa)