Deputy Fitzmaurice warned that rising green diesel costs are impacting every stage of housing delivery and agricultural production. At current prices, that is adding significant daily costs that will ultimately be passed on to homebuyers,” he warned. If costs continue to rise unchecked, the housing crisis will worsen.”Deputy Fitzmaurice also highlighted the serious implications for agriculture, particularly as the silage season approaches. At current prices, that is an additional €700 per fill, often twice in a single day,” he pointed out. The Dáil must be recalled and we must see action on fuel costs and carbon tax — before further damage is done.”He warned that failure to act will have lasting consequences.

Source: The Herald April 04, 2026 12:52 UTC