Michael McGrath
Ceist:107 Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Finance the measures he plans to introduce for the farming sector to offset the increase in costs imposed on the sector by the carbon tax. [18777/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 11 May 2010
Ceisteanna (69)
Freagraí scríofa
The application of carbon tax to Marked Gas Oil, which at times is referred to as ‘green diesel' or ‘agricultural diesel' came into effect from 1 May. The carbon charge in this instance is approximately 4 cents per litre and I do not intend to introduce any compensatory measures.
A number of Government Departments, including my Department are exploring options for how best to offset the impact of the carbon tax on low-income households. A number of options are being explored including improving the energy efficiency of low-income households which will help offset increases in fuel prices arising from carbon taxation.