energy security
Diesel Imports From America Reveal Britain's Refining Deficit
UK ministers seek European stockpile releases after Washington threatened export curbs, exposing long-standing dependence on foreign diesel.
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energy security
UK ministers seek European stockpile releases after Washington threatened export curbs, exposing long-standing dependence on foreign diesel.
fuel prices
Diesel has hit 199.18p per litre because domestic refineries cannot meet demand and global supply chains remain fragile.
UK agriculture
UK agricultural diesel prices climbed 10-14 pence per litre after US strikes on Iran and Russia's export ban, with red diesel exceeding £1.20 and Brent crude near $97 amid constrained global supply.
fuel prices
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