SINCE Christmas the threat of war has resulted in steady increases in the price of petrol and diesel. Sadly, this is a threat that will inevitably continue.
Fuel represents close to 40 per cent of the operating costs of running commercial vehicles vital tools delivering goods and services to industry and consumers. If you've got it then it came on a truck.
As such it is essential that in his Budget on April 9, the Chancellor resists any temptation to add to the problems by increasing fuel duty and taking an extra slice for himself.
In the UK we already pay by far the highest rates of fuel duty in Europe. The Chancellor must not worsen what is already a major problem for UK industry.
SUSAN MOODY, regional director, Freight Transport Association.
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