Political Quotes

Simon Harris: “It's [the crisis] not by any decision taken in Dáil Eireann, it's because the Strait of Hormuz is closed. It's because…”

On the recordSeptember 29, 2026
It's [the crisis] not by any decision taken in Dáil Eireann, it's because the Strait of Hormuz is closed. It's because there's been the bombing of Iran. You or I didn't take a decision, let's not blow up the egos of people in this House.
Said by
Simon Harris
Fine Gael
Source
rte.ie

Editor's note · Context

Response during Leaders' Questions debate on energy crisis.

Share

More from Simon Harris

Oct 13, 2026

The EU’s long-term prosperity will depend on our ability to innovate, invest, and compete.

rte.ie
Oct 6, 2026

I am also pleased to confirm that to support small and medium enterprises, and to ease the PRSI impact on employers from an increase in the national minimum wage, the Minister for Social Protection will increase the employer PRSI threshold…

rte.ie
Oct 13, 2026

There aren't carve-outs here. There are clear criteria, timelines and transition periods, and that again is part of the art of compromise.

rte.ie
Oct 6, 2026

I'm increasing the standard rate cut-off point by €2,500 to €46,500, with proportionate increases for married couples and civil partners.

rte.ie

Other voices in this conversation