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Fuel Prices Surge as Politics Heat Up | Leeds News
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- Sep 9, 2026
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Summary
Gas prices are soaring to record highs, with unleaded hitting $1.60 per litre and diesel at $1.79 — a sharp climb that’s squeezing family budgets as winter looms. The Liberal Democrats are pushing for an emergency 10-cent-per-litre cut, arguing it would ease pressure on households and even help curb food costs. Meanwhile, the government defends its current stance, citing a recent 5-cent cut extended until year-end and claiming motorists have already saved 11 cents per litre since the last election. But critics question the fairness, pointing out the Treasury has collected an extra $1 billion in fuel VAT — while drivers feel the squeeze. As the next budget approaches, the debate over fuel duty rages on amid global market turbulence. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/10b56e8df559ee54