Scottish islanders face UK's highest diesel prices, exceeding 220p per litre
UKPulse News Desk
Residents in the Hebrides and Shetland are experiencing the highest diesel prices in the UK, with some fuel stations selling it for over 220p a litre. This surge follows a broader increase in fuel costs across the UK.
- Diesel prices in the Hebrides and Shetland have surpassed 220p per litre at some fuel stations.
- Mainland UK diesel prices have reached a record high of 200.01p a litre, making an average family car fill-up cost over £110.
- Petrol prices have risen by a third since late February, averaging 174.71p, and up to 195.64p in motorway service areas.
Scottish islanders are facing the highest fuel prices in the UK, with diesel in the Hebrides and Shetland reaching over 220p a litre at some forecourts. This comes as fuel prices across the UK have hit their highest level since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
On the mainland, diesel has soared to a record high of 200.01p a litre, costing over £110 to fill an average family car, according to the RAC. Petrol prices have also increased by a third since the end of February, averaging 174.71p, and reaching 195.64p in motorway service areas.
Residents like Adam from North Uist, Outer Hebrides, reported diesel prices of £2.28 a litre, making his 45-mile daily commute particularly expensive. The lack of competition and shipping costs to remote areas contribute to Shetland being the most expensive place in the UK for fuel.
Islanders are reportedly cutting back on non-essential journeys and some are taking jerry cans to the mainland to purchase cheaper fuel. Bob, a postman in Shetland, noted the irony of high fuel prices despite the region being a hub for the oil and gas industry.
Why this matters: The elevated fuel costs are significantly impacting daily life for Scottish islanders, affecting commuting, access to services, and the cost of food due to increased haulage expenses.
What this means for you: If you live in the Hebrides or Shetland, you may be experiencing significantly higher diesel prices compared to the rest of the UK, impacting your commuting costs and potentially the price of goods and services.