Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Robert Troy moves a financial resolution to extend temporary reductions in excise rates on autodiesel and petrol from 31 August until 31 October 2026, and sets a graduated unwinding from 1 November. He explains the reasons for the extension, compares Irish pump prices with other European states, and outlines the estimated cost to the exchequer.
Chapters:
00:00 Resolution moved
00:36 Unwinding schedule
00:57 European price comparison
01:46 Reasons for extension
03:21 Fiscal prudence and capacity
04:33 Cost and budget outlook
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Robert Troy moves a financial resolution to extend temporary reductions in excise rates on autodiesel and petrol from 31 August until 31 October 2026, and sets a graduated unwinding from 1 November. He explains the reasons for the extension, compares Irish pump prices with other European states, and outlines the estimated cost to the exchequer.
Chapters:
00:00 Resolution moved
00:36 Unwinding schedule
00:57 European price comparison
01:46 Reasons for extension
03:21 Fiscal prudence and capacity
04:33 Cost and budget outlook
🇮🇪 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.
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Your vote matters!
