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Politics · 8 hours ago

Fuel rationing, 50mph limit could return as diesel prices rise

Fuel rationing, 50mph limit could return as diesel prices rise

Contingency plans for rationing diesel and petrol, alongside a temporary 50mph speed limit, could be used again. Diesel prices are expected to break their all-time record in the UK this weekend, averaging 199.05p per litre on Sunday. The National Emergency Plan for Fuel outlines provisions for emergency services and public transport to receive priority refuelling.

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