A Clare older people’s representative says energy supports in Budget 2027 must be substantial and introduced without delay.
It comes as the Government looks set to cut the carbon tax on home-heating oil in the Budget.
The average price of a 1,000-litre fill of Kerosene in Clare is now €1,654, which represents a hike of 32% since June.
The surge has been heavily influenced by the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid conflict in the Middle East.
The Government says all options are being considered to alleviate pressure caused by rising fuel costs.
Tánaiste and Finance Minister Simon Harris, says he is examining measures to bring the cost down.
The Clare Older People’s Council says supports need to be introduced sooner, rather than later.
Vice Chair Larry Hally says vulnerable people are not getting near the help they need.
The Clare Branch of Saint Vincent De Paul says the surging cost of home heating oil is disproportionately affecting households in rural areas of the county.
Clare SVP President Gerardine Power says a large number of people are struggling.
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