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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Albert Toth

Watchdog confirms it is looking into petrol prices amid allegations of ‘gouging’ after US-Iran war

The UK’s competition watchdog has confirmed it is looking into rising petrol and diesel prices amid concerns that retailers are charging more than necessary in response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Firms responsible for fuel stations across the country have been told that they must soon supply revenue, costs and sales data, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has confirmed.

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