Catch up with Eoin
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Government is failing to address the Fuel Crisis by not targetting supports
It was a bit of a hectic week in the Dáil this week. But the most important thing that happened was the government’s fuel support package, which we in the Social Democrats supported, to bring total support to €750M to give relief on fuels at the pump and for farmers and hauliers. It’s really critical
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How can we get better returns for Irish savers?
Simon Harris has ignited a debate about saving in Ireland in the last few weeks, contending that “too much of people’s hard-earned savings remains in low-yield deposits, where inflation can erode value over time.” He’s not totally wrong, in fairness to him – of the €171 billion (January 2026, Central Bank) in Irish deposit accounts
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Working to extend Flood Insurance coverage for Dublin Bay South
The recent flooding around the country resulted in renewed concern about the levels of flood defences and flood planning for the communities most at risk. As we grapple with the consequences of climate change, we need to have a strong sense of foresight and realism in how we deal with the reality facing us. That