A final rise is set to happen in August despite opposition to the proposal from many quarters.
The Finance Minister is expected to come under increased pressure to postpone the final increase in fuel prices later this year.
In line with government's plan to restore excise rates on fuel, petrol will rise by 4 cent and diesel by 3 cent from today.
A final rise is set to happen in August despite opposition to the proposal from many quarters.
The Irish Independent's Charlie Weston says that may change going forward.

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