Fuel tanks still dry at 20% of South East forecourts, say retailers
Craig TaylorAs the military begins delivering supplies, retailers say conditions are “still challenging” in the South East. BBC News – Business
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Conservative conference: UK in period of adjustment after Brexit, says PM
Boris Johnson refuses to rule out supply problems at Christmas as fuel shortages continue. BBC News – Business
Stamp duty holiday: Success or failure?
As stamp duty returns to its pre-pandemic status, there are opposing views over recent tax policy. BBC News – Business
Petrol driver shortage: No improvement in supplies, say retailers
Industry body, the PRA, says more than a quarter of its members still have no petrol or diesel. BBC News – Business
Furlough scheme ends with almost 1 million left in limbo
Firms still relying on the scheme, brought in as the pandemic hit, call for more support as it is wound up. BBC News – Business
Gas crisis: Head of regulator warns more customers face hit
The energy regulator says “well above” hundreds of thousands of customers may be left in limbo as more suppliers fold. BBC News – Business