Fuel prices in the United Kingdom are rising rapidly, while some stations have reported “temporary supply constraints.”
As fuel prices continue to increase across the UK, it has been reported that some stations are experiencing “temporary supply restrictions” due to global oil supply issues and rising demand.
Following the war, fuel prices in the UK have surged, with petrol exceeding £1.50 per litre—an increase of approximately 15% compared to pre-war levels. Diesel prices have reached as high as £1.77 per litre.
Speaking to the national press, Allan Leighton, CEO of one of the UK’s leading retail chains, Asda, stated that a “small portion” of the company’s fuel stations are facing temporary constraints. He also noted that they are observing a “very strong increase in demand” driven by price volatility.
Emphasizing a significant rise in sales volumes, Leighton said:
“Clearly, demand has overtaken supply. Supply is tight, and we are all working hard to address this. The issue is temporary. There may be disruptions during expected delivery periods, and we anticipate this situation may continue for some time.”