Kevin McPartlan: Reliance on fuel taxation to drive change in Ireland is 'flawed'

The carbon tax hike due to kick in next Wednesday is the latest in a long line of price rises with taxes making up the majority of the hikes

Carbon taxes are due to be increased next month adding bringing the charge from €56 per tonne of carbon dioxide emitted to €63.50.

Next Wednesday, October 9, Ireland will have the most expensive fuel prices at the pump due to taxation.

Consumers, businesses, and drivers are being hit hard and this Government strategy is hurting the economy while not helping the environment.