Ireland report says rising food and energy costs are putting pressure on household budgets
A new report in Ireland says rising food and home energy costs are continuing to put significant pressure on household budgets, with lower-income families among those most affected. The research says many households are struggling to keep pace with the cost of essential goods and services. It also says the burden is especially heavy for people dependent on social welfare and other fixed incomes.The latest Minimum Essential Standard of Living report from the Vincentian MESL Research Centre examined changes in the cost of the MESL basket in the 12 months to March 2026 and tracked cumulative changes since 2020. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Jun 2026 18:04 LONDON
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