"We are not increasing the cost of petrol. We are absolutely clear in taking the measures that are necessary to deal with the impact of the conflict in Iran. We're dealing with that with other allies, we're taking the necessary action. But the best thing that we can do is to work with other."
Sir Keir Starmer has indicated the government may cancel a planned 5p fuel duty increase due in September, citing concerns about the Middle East crisis's economic impact on the UK. The fuel duty freeze, currently in place to support drivers facing cost-of-living pressures, is set to expire in autumn. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has previously resisted calls to cancel the hike following oil price spikes from geopolitical tensions. Starmer's comments during Prime Minister's Questions suggest a potential policy reversal, emphasizing the government's commitment to preventing increased petrol costs while coordinating with international allies on conflict response.
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