The haulage industry have warned that next week’s budget could shape the future of Ireland’s transport sector for a generation.
The Irish Road Haulage Association has called on the government to support an industry that underpins businesses and jobs across rural Ireland.
They have proposed, among other recommendations, that the government bring in a 12c per litre Biofuel Rebate Scheme for the sustainable component of blended diesel, a 24c per litre rebate for operators using 100% HVO as a diesel substitute, and an extension of reduced excise on fuel into spring 2027.
IRHA President Ger Hyland has been speaking to Midwest Radio’s Scott Stephens…