More Irish households are experiencing fuel poverty than ever before.
An ESRI study found 29 per cent are struggling because of soaring energy costs, up from the previous high of 23 per cent back in 1995.
Inflation between January and April means households are now paying an extra €21.27 per week on energy, that rises to €38.63 more per week if motor fuels are included.
ESRI Economist Dr.Barra Roantree says at least 10% of household incomes are now going on energy costs.
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