ICOS calls for calm and constructive approach ahead of fuel talks
“We request the Government to increase the flat rate addition for non-VAT registered farmers to compensate for the increased VAT associated with sky-high fuel prices,” the ICOS president said.
Gardaí arrive in convoys to the fuel protest at Whitegate refinery, Co Cork. \ Philip Doyle
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The Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) has called on all sides to use calm, measured judgement and a constructive approach ahead of talks on fuel prices taking place this Friday 10 April between the Government and stakeholders, including ICOS.
ICOS president Edward Carr stated: “We have huge concerns for all sectors of the community during these uncertain times. Co-operatives and their members are massively exposed to increased fuel and energy costs.
“At the meeting, we will call on the Government to continue to work to increase the level of supports.
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“We request the Government immediately and substantially to increase the flat rate addition for non-VAT registered farmers to compensate for the increased VAT associated with sky-high fuel prices.
“The situation is critical and, in particular, all ports must be freed up. Feed mills are shutting down due to lack of ingredients, diesel supplies are running out for hauliers and workers.
“The protesters have made their point with a maximum impact, but they must also reflect very carefully on any extent to which the current levels of severe disruption could possibly continue,” he concluded.
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The Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) has called on all sides to use calm, measured judgement and a constructive approach ahead of talks on fuel prices taking place this Friday 10 April between the Government and stakeholders, including ICOS.
ICOS president Edward Carr stated: “We have huge concerns for all sectors of the community during these uncertain times. Co-operatives and their members are massively exposed to increased fuel and energy costs.
“At the meeting, we will call on the Government to continue to work to increase the level of supports.
“We request the Government immediately and substantially to increase the flat rate addition for non-VAT registered farmers to compensate for the increased VAT associated with sky-high fuel prices.
“The situation is critical and, in particular, all ports must be freed up. Feed mills are shutting down due to lack of ingredients, diesel supplies are running out for hauliers and workers.
“The protesters have made their point with a maximum impact, but they must also reflect very carefully on any extent to which the current levels of severe disruption could possibly continue,” he concluded.
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