IEThe Irish Times
Fuel excise cuts extension will not affect budget 2027 tax package
Plans to start reversing the cuts on a phased basis from September 1st are set to be deferred
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- The Irish Times
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- Ireland
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- 24 Aug 2026, 05:00 UTC
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- Pat Leahy
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Plans to start reversing the cuts on a phased basis from September 1st are set to be deferred
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Fuel excise cuts extension will not affect budget 2027 tax package
Plans to start reversing the cuts on a phased basis from September 1st are set to be deferred
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Government comes up with plan to pay €100m monthly bill for extending fuel-excise cuts
Plans to start reversing the cuts on a phased basis will be delayed
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