‘Critically important’ - Kilkenny TD welcomes new fuel supports

The new package of supports was announced after days of protest over high costs brought fuel supply to a standstill

Published 15th Apr 2026, 09:00 BST (File photo: Pixabay) The new package of supports was announced after days of protest over high costs brought fuel supply to a standstill Sign up to our Kilkenny Live newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know you can manage your profile, and explore all of the available newsletters from Kilkenny Live within your account.

Fine Gael TD for Carlow/ Kilkenny , Catherine Callaghan has welcomed the Government’s announcement of a €525 million package of fuel support measures aimed at easing the financial burden on households, farmers, hauliers, fishers and businesses across the country.

The package comes in addition to €250 million previously allocated and on the back of nearly a week of intensive protest and blockades over the high cost of fuel.

Deputy Callaghan said that due to the increased price of fuel, the State is receiving an additional €4 million every week, but that the Government’s supports are giving back €4 million to people in Ireland every day.

She continued that the measures reflected the Government’s commitment to remaining responsive in the face of ongoing global instability.

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“Only last month, Government made it clear that they would keep all options on the table, and remain agile in responding to the evolving situation. This latest package shows that commitment in action,” Deputy Callaghan said.

“The reality is that many individuals, families and businesses are continuing to feel the pressure of high fuel costs. These measures represent an appropriate and balanced response, ensuring that support is provided to those who need it most,” she added.

The excise reductions took effect from midnight on Tuesday and will remain in place until July 31.

“These reductions will come into effect and be felt immediately by motorists, families and businesses when they fill their tanks, which is critically important at a time when every euro counts,” Deputy Callaghan concluded.

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