Government’s energy assistance package slammed by opposition as falling far short of what’s needed

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Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald sharply criticised the government’s latest proposals, telling ministers that their announcement had been reluctant and ultimately fell short of what was needed. “Your package today had to be dragged out of you and still you come to the table with half measures,” McDonald stated, highlighting what she described as an insufficient and forced response from the administration.