Legislation
The Irish Petroleum Industry Association is responsible for taking samples of diesel and gasoline from refueling stations in the Irish market. The selection of sampling points is carried out at random throughout the year. ITS Testing Services (UK) Ltd analyze the samples. It is the duty of the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment (DCCAE) to report the results of the samples analyzed. The DCCAE also has responsibility to report, manage and monitor any non-compliant samples. All non-compliances are reported in the annual fuel quality data report and follow-up action is also reported.
Reporting periods
The seasonal periods for both diesel and gasoline are as follows:
•Summer: from June 1 to August 31
•Winter: from September 1 to May 31