Drivers demand fuel supply chain must be held accountable as petrol prices soar - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"The poll indicates that a 20p-per-litre increase would force many drivers to cut back on dining out, hobbies, branded food, and even visits to family. Drivers warned that an additional 20p-per-litre rise would lead to severe lifestyle changes, with 72.3% indicating they would cut spending on leisure and dining."

"Almost 97% of respondents support a cut in fuel duty, and 94% are calling for stricter measures against profiteering by major oil companies, as many have experienced significant price hikes at their regular petrol stations. In fact, 43.4% of respondents reported noticeable increases in fuel prices at their usual forecourts, with 89.2% blaming major brands like Shell, BP, Esso, and Texaco."

"The poll also demonstrates a strong desire for government intervention, with 97.4% of respondents advocating for a fuel duty cut of at least 10p per litre. Furthermore, 96.5% want VAT on fuel duty to be eliminated to prevent 'double taxation,' and 94.3% support strict enforcement of FairFuelUK's PumpWatch scheme, which includes heavy fines for profiteering."

A FairFuelUK poll of over 23,000 UK drivers reveals widespread concern about fuel price manipulation and rising petrol costs. Respondents report sharp increases at major petrol stations, with 43.4% experiencing noticeable price hikes. A hypothetical 20p-per-litre increase would force significant lifestyle changes: 72.3% would cut leisure spending, 61.4% would switch to generic foods, 46.7% would reduce grocery shopping, and 22.7% would limit family visits. Nearly half would reduce supermarket shopping despite lower fuel prices there. Drivers overwhelmingly support government intervention, with 97.4% backing at least 10p fuel duty cuts, 96.5% wanting VAT elimination on fuel, and 94.3% supporting strict enforcement against profiteering by major oil brands.

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