A Jersey vehicle breakdown service owner reported losses between £9,000 and £11,000 due to increasing fuel prices. Oliver du Feu emphasized the need for a fuel duty reduction of 30p to 50p per litre to alleviate financial pressures on businesses, as trucks require frequent refueling.
The government recently withdrew a proposal to lower fuel duty by 10p per litre, with officials indicating that targeted budget measures would be introduced to address the cost of living. Rising fuel costs are expected to affect consumers broadly, as most goods in Jersey are imported.