Michael McGrath: It is 'past time' utility companies pass on drop in energy prices to consumers

Finance Minister Michael McGrath warned firms that it should not fall on the taxpayer to support households coming into the winter. Picture: PA

It is "past time" that utility companies pass on "dramatic" drops in energy prices to consumers, Finance Minister Michael McGrath has said.

Speaking in Cork, Mr McGrath warned firms that it should not fall on the taxpayer to support households coming into the winter.