Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 30 August 2022

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action

Energy Supply and Security: Discussion

Photo of Eamon RyanEamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

The strategy on combating energy poverty did not conclude in 2019. It is being continuously implemented, and we now have a progress review and public consultation in place. We will get that delivered in time to influence budget decision-making, which will be the critical part. It involves three very significant tranches where we increase not just the fuel allowance but another mix of social welfare contributions. As well as the credits, this will be key in the response into next year.

Where it involves a halting site, my understanding is that the billing payments are done through the local authority. If there is someone who has-----

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