Budget 2026: 'I can’t fathom the amount we're spending on essentials' 

Despite living in a solar-powered home, a Killarney couple say soaring energy and grocery bills are pushing them to the limit
Wed, 08 Oct, 2025 - 07:00
Sarah Horgan

In recent years, many households have found themselves struggling under the weight of astronomical energy bills.

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