The Stuffed Olive seeks support for soaring energy costs

“Even since I was shopping around in June it’s gone crazy again,” said cafe owner Sarah O'Shea.

Sarah O'Shea, manager of The Stuffed Olive in Bantry. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Like thousands of other businesses across Ireland, Sarah O’Shea, the manager of The Stuffed Olive cafe in Bantry, Co Cork, is battling the impact of soaring energy costs.

Her most recent energy bill came to €5,508 for just over 70 days. This is the highest energy bill the café has received, having been in business for 16 years.