Tag: Fuel Duty



Ministers urged to consider Fuel Duty Holiday for Independents

Posted on 12 November, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News, Economy

The UK fuel industry is extremely lucrative, with thousands of motorists filling up their tanks around the country every day. Yet while small independent garages used to be the staple of the sector, they are increasingly being priced out by supermarkets... Read More

Motoring Organisation Appeals to Chancellor Ahead of Fuel Duty Rise

Posted on 1 March, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

The AA has warned motorists that the cost of fuel is set to rise dramatically thanks to a combination of the falling value of the pound and a planned rise in fuel duty in the Chancellor’s budget next month. Petrol prices have already increased 6... Read More

Office of Fair Trading Releases Results of Petrol Probe

Posted on 2 February, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

During the past several years, businesses and motorists have struggled under the burden of rising fuel costs. This has had an impact on independent petrol retailers, many of whom have been forced to shut up shop after losing the price battle with... Read More

Ministers Consider Fuel Discount Scheme for Rural Commuters

Posted on 13 January, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

It is no secret that life in the UK is becoming more expensive for everyone. To make the situation even tougher, the prices of essentials such as food, drink and heating bills are expected to rocket in the next few months, putting further strain on the... Read More

January Fuel Duty Rise Scrapped

Posted on 6 December, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

UK businesses and motorists were given a piece of good news yesterday, as Chancellor George Osborne announced the scrapping of a proposed fuel duty rise as part of his Autumn Statement. The hike in price was due to come into effect in January, and would have... Read More

Motorists and Businesses Paying Over the Odds for Fuel

Posted on 20 November, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

With the supermarket petrol price war raging on, it can be difficult for drivers to choose the filling station that gives them the best deal. The fluctuating cost of wholesale oil also plays a role in this as petrol prices vary month to month, meaning that... Read More