The Government has urged people not to abuse retail workers at forecourts across the country amid rising fuel prices linked to the war in Iran. Enterprise minister Peter Burke met representatives from the fuel industry on Friday, where discussions focused on rising prices driven by changes in the commodity values of kerosene, diesel, and petrol. Mr Burke said the engagement with the fuel industry had been “constructive”, adding that the abuse of retail workers also arose during discussions. “It was brought to my attention that retail workers have come under significant abuse in recent days. Little control of pricingKevin McPartlan, chief executive of Fuels for Ireland, said the meeting with Mr Burke was positive.

Source: Irish Examiner March 06, 2026 15:56 UTC