The Coalition leaders have decided to extend the current excise reductions on petrol and diesel until 1 September 2026. 

After this date the previous rates will be gradually restored over the following four months.  

The Cabinet will today consider the measures which will cost €270 million. 

Anton was joined by Fionnán Sheehan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, Kevin McPartlan Fuels For Ireland CEO and Francie Gorman President of the Irish Farmers Association.