News - fuel

PODCAST: Locals have their say on fuel crisis, as they queue at Longford garages

Apr 10, 2026 14:20

Protests take place across the region over rising fuel prices

Tarmonbarry was one of the locations where a demonstration was held today.

Apr 7, 2026 12:59

Over 400 people, including Shannonside locals, attend fuel crisis meeting

A gathering took place in Portlaoise on Saturday evening to demand the reduction of the cost of diesel.

Mar 30, 2026 07:35

Local businessman urging hauliers to attend emergency fuel crisis meeting tomorrow

It follows Government excise duty cuts earlier this week.

Mar 27, 2026 18:06

Longford senator rejects claims filling stations are price-gouging

Petrol and diesel prices have surged since the Iran war - with both fuels going above 2 euro a litre.

Mar 27, 2026 13:37

Excise duty cuts for petrol and diesel now in effect

However, consumer groups are warning it may be some days before the cuts are reflected at the pumps.

Mar 25, 2026 07:22

Government accused of 'dithering' as fuel prices rise

The Tanaiste Simon Harris says the state will take steps on Tuesday to reduce prices at the pumps due to rising fuel prices from the Middle East conflict.

Mar 22, 2026 08:39

Enterprise Minister meets fuel industry reps as prices rise at the pumps

The meeting was held after claims of price gouging due to the conflict in Iran.

Mar 7, 2026 08:22

Fuel price increases hitting local customers

The ongoing situation involving Iran is already pushing up global oil prices, which is filtering down to the pumps locally.

Mar 5, 2026 13:42

Local customers set for further fuel price surge

The increase follows warnings that petrol, diesel, electricity and home-heating oil could surge further in the wake of US and Israeli attacks on Iran.

Mar 3, 2026 12:58

Auction to raise funds for development works in Athleague

There will be over 300 lots on offer including furniture, vouchers, fuel, electrical goods and even livestock.

Nov 2, 2024 09:15

Leitrim councillor calls for further fuel price hikes to be scrapped

Sinn Féin Councillor Cormac Flynn brought a motion forward at last Monday's Leitrim County Council meeting about the issue.

Sep 6, 2024 11:02

Cost of fuel set to jump up across the country today

It is the latest step by Government to restore excise rates after a temporary cut was introduced two years ago.

Apr 1, 2024 08:11

Over 70% of local homes still reliant on high carbon fuels

9,166 of households in Longford use oil for home heating, while oil is used by 14,636 homes in Roscommon.

Jan 12, 2024 07:30

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