'I fear for wee families' - home heating oil jumps £100 in three weeks
The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.
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Notable Quotes
"I really do fear for wee families."
— Agnes Jackson , Activist
"The colder winter months is going to be the main problem."
— Patrick McGivern , Activist
"When we go back into winter it's going to be really hard, especially on families."
— Emma Rose Creaner , Activist
Key People
A resident who expressed concern over rising heating oil prices and their impact on families.
She shared her concerns about the cost of living crisis, particularly for families.
A retired individual reliant on home heating oil.
A retired individual who commented on the implications of rising prices for families.
Head of Energy Policy at the Consumer Council for Northern Ireland.
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The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.
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