The Government opens the door to extending the anti-crisis shield in the face of the surge in inflation
Carlos Cuerpo assures in a meeting with social agents that they will pay “special attention to the most affected professional sectors”, such as transportation and agri-food.
España's fuel prices have surged by 46%, putting pressure on the government to revive assistance measures. The IPC accelerated to 4.3% in August, driven by a spike in energy prices, with diesel increasing by 30.3% and gasoline rising by 16.9%. Despite temporary discounts on fuel taxes, the recent inflationary trend indicates that more assistance may be needed.
The impact of the Middle East conflict on energy prices has exacerbated the situation, with inflation rates surpassing the European average. The government has acknowledged the need to support families affected by rising prices, potentially signaling more assistance measures.
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