The leader of the Norwegian Conservative Party, Ine Eriksen Søreide, stated her party does not support extending the current fuel tax cut beyond September 1st. She argued the original cut was justified during a crisis in March, but with oil prices decreasing from $120 to $80 per barrel, the situation is no longer extraordinary. Søreide emphasized the need for broader, long-term tax relief for individuals and businesses, a policy her party has advocated for previously. She believes responsible governance necessitates focusing on these wider tax reductions rather than continuing the temporary fuel subsidy. The Conservative Party's opposition means there is currently no parliamentary majority to extend the fuel tax cut. This decision signals a shift in economic policy prioritization within the party.