Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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80. To ask the Minister for Finance if his attention has been drawn to instances in which diesel fuel prices were increased on fuel forecourts in advance of an anticipated budget 2019 announcement concerning the introduction of a carbon tax and that those price increases have remained; his plans to address this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42628/18]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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Garages are not committing an offence simply by charging a higher price than competitors. However, all garages must operate within the bounds of consumer protection and competition law in relation to their pricing policies and practices. I have no function in this area.

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is the statutory independent body responsible for the promotion of consumer rights and the enforcement of consumer law. The CCPC provides information on consumer rights and enforces consumer protection laws, including rules on pricing and deceptive trading practices.

If an individual believes that a breach of their consumer rights has occurred, they may make a complaint directly to the business concerned. The CPCC provides advice and guidelines on the process of making a complaint. Full information is available at: www.ccpc.ie