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Tipperary County Council faces a staggering one million euro budget shortfall due to escalating fuel and road material costs, primarily linked to the Middle East conflict. Fuel costs alone could add €400,000 to their expenses this year, while road materials could cost another €500,000. This brings the total roads bill between €750,000 and €1 million for the remainder of 2026. Councillors, alarmed by the news, are exploring ways to cut costs, including seeking a 15% pay increase from contractors and searching for €100,000 in savings per directorate. They are also planning to meet with local TDs to lobby for emergency funds from the central government to maintain essential services.

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