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Pringle: €100 energy credit is ‘another missed opportunity’ from Government
- Updated: 16th December 2021
Independent TD for Donegal, Thomas Pringle, said the Government’s plan for a €100 energy credit for all householders is another missed opportunity to help people who are struggling financially.
Deputy Pringle said: “Without means testing, this Government giveaway will go to everyone – whether or not they need it – and it goes straight into the pockets of energy companies.
“The Government should focus on developing a system that would support people who are in need, one that targets grants appropriately. People would be better served with that approach.
“A €100 credit will do little to help individuals and families who are struggling to meet rising energy costs and other cost-of-living increases.
“But with this Government, it’s always one inadequate ‘solution’ after the next,” Deputy Pringle said.
