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"Sir Keir Starmer's cost-of-living champion has urged the government to consider 'extending' or 'enlarging' the 5p fuel duty cut as the Middle East crisis deepens."
"Oil prices, which have a significant effect on the cost of fuel, have soared in response to Iran's stranglehold on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up pump prices."
The Independent focuses on essential topics like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, emphasizing the need for on-the-ground reporting. Donations help sustain journalists who cover diverse perspectives. The publication aims to make quality journalism accessible to all, avoiding paywalls. Amid rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions, calls for extending the 5p fuel duty cut are increasing, with leaders urging the government to reconsider planned tax hikes. The situation highlights the impact of global events on local economies and the importance of responsive governance.
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