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Fuel Prices and Budget Cuts Under Fire | Cork News
Fuel prices are wild and unpredictable right now, thanks to global chaos—especially Iran’s situation. Minister Jack Chambers says they’ll reassess in September, but for now, drivers are bracing for volatility. He’s also pushing ministers to slash spending within their own departments before Budget 2027, demanding smarter money use—not more cash. Departments that fail to find savings won’t get room for new projects. Plus, a new National Public Procurement Strategy is rolling out to open up contracts for small businesses, as the government spends over $28 billion annually on services and gears…
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