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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Neil Lancefield

How new Fuel Finder scheme could help drivers buy cheaper petrol

  • A new government scheme now requires all UK fuel retailers to report pump price changes.
  • Retailers must update their prices within 30 minutes of any alteration, with this data feeding into the Fuel Finder database.
  • This database will be accessible to third-party fuel-price apps and websites, allowing drivers to locate cheaper petrol and diesel.
  • The initiative, recommended by the Competition and Markets Authority, aims to increase competition among retailers and benefit drivers.
  • Drivers are also empowered to report discrepancies between forecourt prices and online figures, with a focus on compliance rather than enforcement until May.

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