Rising fuel prices 'cost tow truck business £10k'
A business says fuel duty will need to be cut by 30p to 50p per litre to help.
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Notable Quotes
"Fuel duty would need to be cut by up to 50p per litre to help manage costs."
— Oliver du Feu , Executive
"Cutting fuel duty would be a 'blunt tool'."
— Alan Maclean , Politician
"There was a 'misconception' that fuel prices only impacted people who drove."
— Carl Walker , Executive
"Wholesale fuel prices have reached their highest level in four months."
— Jon Best , Executive
"Withdrew her proposition to cut fuel duty following 'constructive discussions' with Maclean."
— Lucy Stephenson , Politician
Key People
Treasury Minister Alan Maclean is responsible for financial matters in Jersey.
A representative from the Consumer Council advocating for easier credit access.
Director of ATF Fuels in Jersey.
Deputy Lucy Stephenson is a member of the States advocating for a reduction in fuel duty.
Owner of a vehicle breakdown service in Jersey.
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A business says fuel duty will need to be cut by 30p to 50p per litre to help.
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