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How much fuel is imported?
The UK relies on imports for a substantial portion of its petrol and diesel supply. While the exact figures fluctuate, the need to tax imported fuel suggests a significant volume comes from overseas. This makes the UK vulnerable to global price changes and geopolitical events.
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