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Energy poverty at an all time high.

Jonathan Duane
Jonathan Duane

08:22 16 Jun 2022


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Up to 40% of Irish households could be facing fuel poverty this winter.

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An ESRI study found 29% are struggling because of soaring energy costs, up from the previous high of 23% back in 1995.

Inflation between January and April means households are now paying an extra €21.27 per week on energy, that rises to €38.63 more per week if motor fuels are included

ESRI Economist Dr.Barra Roantree says at least 10% of household incomes are now going on energy costs.

'The recent price increases in terms of energy have had a big impact on households such that we now estimate that rates of energy poverty is up at 29 per cent , it's highest recorded rate.'


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