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Further Measures To Combat Fuel Poverty May Be Considered In Upcoming Budget

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The Government's delayed the phased restoration of excise duty on petrol and diesel, which was due to come into effect next month

The Tanaiste has indicated further measures to combat fuel poverty may be considered in the Budget.

The Government's delayed the phased restoration of excise duty on petrol and diesel, which was due to come into effect next month.

That reversal will be postponed until at least October now, with the Dail being recalled on Friday to discuss the decision.

Tanaiste Simon Harris says the Government will consider a number of policy options when it comes to the Budget:
 

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