Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Pearse Doherty addressed the Dáil to oppose a government resolution that delays but does not cancel planned petrol and diesel tax increases. He argued the delay simply postpones pain and renewed his call for Sinn Féin's amendment to block any further fuel taxes while prices remain high.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening accusation
00:12 Rejected Sinn Féin amendment
00:24 Delay equals postponed pain
00:42 Refusal to support increases
01:04 Six weeks reprieve explained
01:18 Broader cost pressures
01:48 Outline of Sinn Féin amendment
02:06 Final challenge to TDs
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Pearse Doherty addressed the Dáil to oppose a government resolution that delays but does not cancel planned petrol and diesel tax increases. He argued the delay simply postpones pain and renewed his call for Sinn Féin's amendment to block any further fuel taxes while prices remain high.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening accusation
00:12 Rejected Sinn Féin amendment
00:24 Delay equals postponed pain
00:42 Refusal to support increases
01:04 Six weeks reprieve explained
01:18 Broader cost pressures
01:48 Outline of Sinn Féin amendment
02:06 Final challenge to TDs
🇮🇪 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!
