"Excise duty cuts on agricultural diesel along with relief on diesel and carbon tax rebate schemes are being considered by the Government as ministers head into more crunch talks in a desperate bid to end the blockade on the country's fuel supply."
"With as many as 500 filling stations running out of petrol and diesel, Ireland faces an unprecedented energy crisis, with senior government figures said to be in a state of 'complete panic' amid escalating fears the protests will cripple the country."
"Fuel supply nationwide could run out as early as tomorrow night or Monday morning, Fuels For Ireland has said."
"The Irish Independent understands that an increase in the diesel rebate scheme, which sees Revenue repay some of the Mineral Oil Tax paid by hauliers, is being considered."
The Government is contemplating excise duty cuts on agricultural diesel and diesel rebate schemes due to a severe fuel blockade. With up to 500 petrol stations running dry, an energy crisis looms, prompting panic among officials. Fuel supplies may deplete imminently, leading to concerns over the impact on emergency services. Protests continue, with demonstrators blocking access to refineries. The Government is under pressure to implement targeted measures for farmers and hauliers to alleviate the situation and restore fuel availability.
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