The company Q8 limits prices for gas and diesel. This rule starts on the 1st of October. The rule stays valid for 30 days. The company reacts to a wish from the government. The companies Eni and IP also limit their prices. One liter of gas costs at most 1,99 Euro at Eni. One liter of diesel costs at most 2,19 Euro there.
Giorgia Meloni is happy about the choice from Q8. She is the leader of the government in Italy. She thanks the state Kuwait and the company. Many families in Italy suffer from high costs for fuel. The government wants to help the people.
Many people in Italy criticize the high prices. Farmers and truck drivers announce protests. Taxi drivers also want to strike. The government lowers taxes on diesel now. This discount stays valid until the 5th of October. After that, the government wants to plan new help.