Soaring energy bills hitting even middle-income families By Topic.ie 20 September 2022 Brian Fagan has seen a 30% increase in costs. Photo: Hanna Taniukevich / Shutterstock By Claire Corrigan We’re all feeling the pinch and when Topic asked local charity worker Brian Fagan how people are coping with soaring energy costs and inflation, his response was simple: “They’re not.” Share FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsAppTelegram Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Woohoo! Your subscription has been successful! Subscribe to our newsletter Keep up to date with all the latest news, offers and special announcements. SUBSCRIBE TOP STORIES Jason’s leukemia battle inspires 15 January 2025 Westmeath’s brightest minds take part in Young Scientist Expo 17 January 2025 Post Office closure condemned at Council meeting 16 January 2025 Planning approved for 60-bedroom extension at Mullingar hotel 16 January 2025 Westmeath records highest increase in property prices in Ireland 16 January 2025 St Kenny NS barricades school from wildlife night time intruder 16 January 2025 Cllr Dollard criticises “abuse” of Irish flag 16 January 2025 Westmeath bookworms flocked to local libraries in 2024 15 January 2025 MORE STORIES Westmeath records highest increase in property prices in Ireland Post Office closure condemned at Council meeting Westmeath’s brightest minds take part in Young Scientist Expo Bright Mullingar apartment offers comfort and convenience Killucan property offers elegance and comfort