Fuel Prices Back on the Table | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

Fuel prices are set to rise again starting September, reversing April cuts that eased the burden on drivers — but Sinn Féin is pushing back hard, demanding a delay until after the October budget. Mary Lou McDonald has called for an emergency Dáil session, while finance spokesperson Pearse Doherty insists the subsidies must stay, arguing the government has a duty to protect households amid soaring costs. He warns that if the government proceeds with hikes, protests could follow — and he’s ready to stand with the people. The ball’s in the government’s court: hike now, or risk unrest. Listen in…