Retain the lower VAT rate on gas and electric bills

Rating Explanation

This promise by Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael coalition has INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE for a rating. Only 0 evidence events were found. More research is needed before a reliable assessment can be made.

Specificity Check

This promise is rated as VAGUE (vagueness score: 65/100). It uses broad language like "Retain the lower VAT rate on gas and electric bills" without specific metrics or deadlines. Vague promises are harder to track because success criteria are unclear. Look for concrete numbers, dates, and measurable outcomes to judge delivery.

Questions to Ask

Issue category: general

• problem: What concrete public problem is the promise trying to solve?
• measurable_result: What number, rate, service level, or observable result would prove delivery?
• deadline: What deadline or review date should be used to judge progress?
• responsible_office: Which office, agency, or level of government has authority to deliver it?
• evidence: What source would count as evidence: official data, budget, law, contract, audit, or delivery report?