Minister condemns any abuse of retail workers in fuel industryMinister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Peter Burke has described any abuse to retail workers in the fuel industry as "unacceptable". He was commenting following what he said was "a constructive meeting today with representatives from the fuel industry". "I welcomed the opportunity to discuss the current energy market and pricing structures, along with the international factors impacting costs in a very uncertain geopolitical environment. The CCPC has a strong mandate to protect consumers and ensure competition law is fully complied with. "It was brought to my attention that retail workers have come under significant abuse in recent days.

Source: Irish Independent March 07, 2026 02:41 UTC