Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Holly Cairns, leader of the Social Democrats, told the Dail that the government is "stuck in reaction mode" and criticised its emergency-only response to the cost of living crisis. She argued for a comprehensive package including a targeted €400 energy credit, a Solar for All plan and bigger grants to protect families.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening critique of government approach
00:20 Energy costs and household pressure
00:46 Back-to-school and daily costs
01:07 Proposed energy credit and insulation
01:37 Solar for All and long-term fixes
02:08 Housing, health and social care crises
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Holly Cairns, leader of the Social Democrats, told the Dail that the government is "stuck in reaction mode" and criticised its emergency-only response to the cost of living crisis. She argued for a comprehensive package including a targeted €400 energy credit, a Solar for All plan and bigger grants to protect families.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening critique of government approach
00:20 Energy costs and household pressure
00:46 Back-to-school and daily costs
01:07 Proposed energy credit and insulation
01:37 Solar for All and long-term fixes
02:08 Housing, health and social care crises
🇮🇪 Irish politics in one place! Visit https://videoparliament.ie
📽 Watch speeches by TDs, Senators and MEPs.
🔔 Subscribe, like and share!
Source: Oireachtas (oireachtas.ie), public broadcasts.
We publish material from all political parties — no commentary, no bias. We help you see the full picture and draw your own conclusions. If you spot an error, let us know by email.
Your vote matters!
