Budget 2023: More energy credits possible next year if prices do not fall

Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath and Fine Gael Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe. Photo Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie

More energy credits could be given to households next year if energy prices do not reduce as the Government will “evaluate” how households are coping.

Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath has also indicated there could be an extension of cuts to excise duty on fuel beyond February.