Conservatives and Unionists in support of Fair Fuel Stabiliser

Mr Armstrong said: “I understand that the cost of living is currently the number one concern for Northern Ireland’s families. Fuel prices are particular worry.That’s why I fully support the Conservatives and Unionists’ commitment to consult on the introduction of a Fair Fuel Stabiliser.

“Under a Fair Fuel Stabiliser, when fuel prices go up, fuel duty would fall. And when fuel prices go down, fuel duty would rise. Government would save in the good times

in order to help in the bad times. It’s a classic example of fixing the roof when the sun is shining,” he said.

“The Fair Fuel Stabiliser would not only increase the stability of family finances but would also enhance economic stability by reducing the sensitivity of the public

finances and inflation to unpredictable changes in oil prices.

“If a Fair Fuel Stabiliser had been in operation for the last year, it would have saved the average household more than 90 in fuel costs at a time when family finances have been under pressure.

“The Conservatives and Unionists are committed to helping out families in Northern Ireland,” said Mr Armstrong, who stressed: “We are the only party who can say that if elected, we can deliver real influence to UK politics affecting the everyday lives of the people living here.

“We cannot continue to pay extortionate fuel prices. Northern Ireland is ready for change,” he said.