Paul McAuliffe (Dublin North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The Government is taking steps to try to deal with inflation. It is a tricky business when, in itself, Government spending can drive inflation. The measures in the budget and targeted social welfare changes will help. The announcement of a €100 payment to assist fuel inflation was very welcome. As we more further into January, will the Taoiseach outline when the Government will bring forward that legislation and when the payment might be made?

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