10th March 2026

We are deeply concerned at the rapid rise in energy prices as a result of the war in Iran. One-parent families are still experiencing the impacts of inflation rises and the cost-of-living crisis triggered by the war in Ukraine in 2022.

46% of one-parent families are living in deprivation and 48% are living in rented accommodation, making them extremely vulnerable to any rise in energy costs.

Energy poverty is not a new phenomenon, but a persistent feature for families on low incomes, living in energy deficient homes, which they have no control to change.

We urge government to extend the Fuel Allowance to the end of April, in response to energy price increases. This is a highly targeted payment, which will provide urgent support to families most at risk.

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For more information, please contact Vicky Masterson, One Family Communications Manager on 083 447 0645 / vmasterson@onefamily.ie

Notes to Editor:
One Family is Ireland’s organisation for people parenting alone, sharing parenting, and separating. We believe in an Ireland where every family and child is respected and cherished equally.

We have been working with one-parent families for over 50 years. We provide a range of direct services to parents and children, along with campaigning and advocating for legislative and social change to deliver true equality for all families.