Deputy Calls for Extended Fuel Support as Transport Sector Struggles

Deputy Martin Kenny has called on the government to extend fuel support for the transport sector, citing rising costs that are putting pressure on businesses and commuters across County Donegal. The deputy said the current assistance is no longer sufficient to keep the industry running smoothly and urged authorities to review the scheme’s funding levels.

At the same time a mother from County Donegal remains in pursuit of a public inquiry into the 2022 explosion at a local petrol station. She has repeatedly asked for an investigation into the incident, which left several residents injured and caused significant damage to surrounding properties. The call for a formal inquiry reflects ongoing concerns about safety standards at fuel retail sites.

The transport sector’s difficulties are part of a wider pattern of rising operating costs that have been affecting small businesses throughout Donegal. While the deputy has not specified particular measures he would like to see, his remarks highlight the need for continued government support to ensure that essential services remain accessible and affordable.

For further details, see the Ocean FM transcript from 17 June 2026.

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