Energy price rises hit low-income households harder, says ESRI
From Morning Ireland by RTÉ Radio 1
June 12, 2026 · 6 min
About this episode
Dr Claire Keane discusses the impact of rising energy prices on low-income households based on a recent report by the ESRI.
Dr Claire Keane, Associate Research Professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute, discusses its latest report which has found that recent energy price increases are placing a disproportionate burden on low-income households.
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Claire Keane
Topics covered
- energy prices
- low-income households
- economic impact
- research report
- cost of living
Keywords
- energy price rises
- low-income households
- ESRI
- economic burden
- cost of living
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Economic and Social Research Institute
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