Fuel Tax Hikes Spark Outcry | Cork News

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

Fuel taxes are set to rise again in September, sparking outrage from TD Michael Collins of Independent Ireland, who’s demanding the Dáil act now to block the hike. He calls it “greedy government penny-pinching,” warning that families, farmers, and businesses are already struggling—and another tax increase will only worsen things. With gas prices nearing two euros a liter, Collins argues this move is reckless, impacting everything from daily commutes to supply chains. And it’s not over—more hikes are planned for October, November, and December. He’s urging immediate action to cancel the…