The most expensive diesel and petrol prices in the West
Rising fuel prices in the UK are placing significant financial strain on businesses and charities, with diesel and petrol costs increasing by over 30% in seven months. The surge is attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, forcing organizations like the Freewheelers charity to dip into reserves to maintain operations.
Why it matters
Escalating fuel costs directly impact the operational viability of essential services and small businesses, potentially leading to reduced service availability for the public.
Image caption, Alex Wood (R) says Yeovil Freewheelers are having to fundraise more to keep going
Businesses and charities are being hit by spiralling fuel prices caused by the Iran war.
Last week, diesel prices reached an all-time high and are now about £2 a litre after rising more than 40% since the end of February, with petrol prices climbing nearly 34% in that period.
BBC analysis has identified the most expensive fuel stations across the West, as prices vary across more urban and rural areas.
Alex Wood, from charity Freewheelers which delivers medical supplies, said it has had to dip into reserves to keep afloat. Somerset-based Berry's Coaches has called on the government to freeze fuel duty next year after their fuel costs increased by half since the Middle East conflict began.
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