
Ireland's Hauliers Push for Fuel Relief
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Irelands Transport Minister Darragh OBrien meets with hauliers to address soaring fuel costs due to the Iran crisis. Hauliers seek more government aid as prices surge by over 35% since recent relief measures. The industry warns of a potential crisis, urging priority status for fuel rationing. The minister plans to discuss the issue with EU transport ministers and set another meeting with the association. The Taoiseach assures no rationing for now, but tensions in the Middle East could impact the economy. Stay updated on this fuel battle.
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I'm Cory with the story. That's your Europe news today update. AI powered and always on. Ireland's transport minister, Dara O'Brien, just met with the Irish Road College Association to tackle skyrocketing fuel costs tied to the Iran crisis. Holly Ayers are pushing hard for more government help as prices keep climbing. Less than two weeks back, the government wrote out some relief measures, but those aren't cutting it anymore. The group says, fuel prices have jumped over 35% since then, squeezing their operations tight. Holly Ayers are filling the pinch big time, warning it could turn into a full-blown crisis for their industry. They're asking to be top priority if any fuel rationing kicks in down the line. The minister promised to bring it up with EU transport ministers next week and set another meeting with the association soon. Meanwhile, Dauy Sish, Mikel Martin, says no rationing for now, with supplies holding until the end of April. As pressure builds on the government, everyone's hoping the Middle East tensions ease quick
to dodge wider economic hits. Stay tuned for updates on this fuel fight.
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