- The Irish government is engaging with the European Commission about the possibility of reducing VAT rates on fuel to help households and businesses facing rising costs.
- EU rules may restrict Ireland from lowering VAT on fuel without reducing VAT on all goods, which is not financially viable.
- Deputy Willie Aird and other government officials have held discussions with affected sectors and are relaying concerns to the government and EU.
- The government is planning further meetings and considering additional supports for sectors impacted by high fuel prices.
- Addressing VAT flexibility at the EU level is a key part of the government’s response to escalating fuel costs.
Source: laoistoday.ie
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