The UK government has dismissed concerns over a diesel shortage following threats from the US to cut off supplies, with officials emphasizing the country’s fuel supply remains stable. Transport minister Keir Mather highlighted Britain’s diverse fuel sources and ongoing discussions with European nations to access emergency stockpiles if needed. Meanwhile, diesel prices have surged to a record high, raising fears of economic strain for drivers and businesses. Authorities are urging calm as they work to mitigate potential disruptions in the fuel market.
In effort to avoid panic at pumps, Keir Mather insists supply of fuel to Britain is ‘inherently resilient’UK diesel price hits record high of £2 a litreBusiness live – latest updatesThe government has sought to avert panic at the pumps, insisting that the UK is not facing a diesel shortage after Donald Trump threatened to cut off US supplies of the fuel.The transport minister Keir Mather said on Friday that the UK has a wide range of sources of the fuel and is in talks with other European countries over the potential release of emergency diesel stockpiles. Continue reading...
