Will the government's fuel package actually work?

In response to the fuel protests, the government scrambled to announce a €505 million euro support package, slashing excise duties on petrol and diesel. But with the Strait of Hormuz now blockaded by Donald Trump and global oil prices continuing to surge, will these cuts actually be felt by consumers at the pump? And what does this massive supply chain disruption mean for Ireland's food and energy security? We’re joined by Dr Emma Howard, an economist at TU Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.