It was revealed this week that Ireland's road tolls would raise to their maximum level as of January 2023.
The announcement prompted significant outcry online and dealt many people who are already struggling to make ends meet another unwanted blow.
The government has agreed to postpone the anticipated increase until July 1 for a period of six months in response to this and the present cost of living problem.
The change will eventually see a 10c increase and it is understood that by deferring it, it will cost around €12.5m.
The issue was met with strong political opposition for the very reason that families nationwide cannot even afford to heat their homes this year.
In the aftermath of the deferral, the Oireachtas Transport Committee will hear from representatives of Transport Infrastructure Ireland on Tuesday evening.
Reports suggest that TII will insist that if the increased road tolls are held off until January, it could lead to larger hikes in 2024 because of high inflation.
The TII additionally cautioned that any suspension of toll fees would decrease its income- which is used to maintain roads.
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