Rural Drivers Hit Hardest by Soaring Fuel Prices
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Rural drivers bear the brunt of soaring fuel prices, paying up to ten percent more than urban counterparts. The Iran conflict and supply issues drive up costs, with petrol averaging one hundred fifty-six pence per litre and diesel at one hundred eighty-seven pence in rural areas. Motoring groups urge Chancellor Rachel Reeves to cut taxes, as higher prices boost government VAT revenue. Rural drivers face increased financial strain, with an extra eleven pounds for petrol and twenty-two for diesel. Labour plans a fuel duty hike, exacerbating the situation for rural communities.
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