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"The national average price of a litre of unleaded in February 2026 was 173c, and 172 for diesel, according to the AA. In January those figures were 170c for petrol and 169c for diesel. So far the highest price we've found for petrol is 199.9c a litre for both petrol and diesel at MCL filling station in Newbridge, Co Kildare."

"The increases have led to accusations of 'price gouging' although fuel retailers deny this. The Government has distanced itself from any cost-of-living supports for fuel such as those after Russia invaded Ukraine."

Fuel prices across Ireland have risen substantially, with the national average for unleaded petrol reaching 173 cents per litre in February 2026, up from 170 cents in January, while diesel increased to 172 cents from 169 cents. These increases have sparked accusations of price gouging, though fuel retailers dispute these claims. The Government has declined to implement cost-of-living support measures for fuel similar to those provided following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Regional price variations are significant, with petrol and diesel prices ranging from approximately 175 cents to nearly 200 cents per litre depending on location and retailer.

Read at Irish Independent