Carbon tax became one of the main bones of contention during the fuel protests two weeks ago, with the Government agreeing to pause the increase in carbon tax that was due on May 1st.

But, how much does the Government make from carbon tax, and how is it spent?

Peadar Tóbín, Leader of Aontú and TD for the Meath West asked the government this, and found that 61% of carbon tax revenue raised or €578 million, between 2020 and 2023 was not spent on climate-action schemes…

He joins Ciara to discuss.