Summary
The article discusses challenges faced by small petrol stations due to rising fuel prices linked to recent events in the Middle East. Smaller stations, such as the one owned by Goran Raven, pay market prices daily which leads to higher costs, unlike larger retailers who can negotiate better rates. This situation has resulted in Raven's staff facing abuse from frustrated customers.
Key Facts
- The price of petrol has reached an 18-month high, and diesel has seen significant increases.
- Smaller petrol stations pay daily market prices for fuel, leading to higher costs.
- Larger retailers buy fuel in advance and in bulk, securing better rates.
- Small businesses struggle to absorb sudden fuel price increases.
- Staff at small petrol stations face customer abuse due to rising prices.
- Fuel theft has increased, according to station owner Goran Raven.
- The Petrol Retailers Association criticizes the government's language, suggesting it may worsen customer behavior towards station staff.
- A new app shows fuel prices from over 90% of retailers to promote competition.
