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UK average diesel pump price hits £2 per litre for first time
The RAC said the record price could add about £32 to a family car fill-up as global supply disruptions continue to squeeze motorists.
- On Friday, Britain's average pump price for diesel reached £2 for the first time, surpassing the previous record set in June 2022.
- The US-Iran war and Russia's diesel export ban have tightened global supplies, while reports indicate "China suspends fuel exports" to domestic markets.
- RAC head of policy Simon Williams warned that rising costs are "showing no signs of slowing," as filling an average family car now costs £110.
- Transport minister Keir Mather insisted Britain's diesel supply remains robust, declining to address President Donald Trump's criticism of European reserves.
- European Union countries are considering a French proposal to release emergency diesel stocks as President Emmanuel Macron plans discussions with counterparts on world markets.
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UK Government addresses fuel shortage fears as diesel tops £2 per litre
RAC head of policy Simon Williams said price rises are showing "no signs" of slowing down.
·Newport, United Kingdom
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