Written questions

Diesel and Petrol: Prices

Commons · Question 119267 · Tabled 10 Mar 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 18 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Steve Barclay

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment has been made of the potential impact of increases in petrol and diesel prices on community transport services; and whether she plans to increase support available for such services.

Answer

Answered by Simon Lightwood, 18 Mar 2026

The Government recognises the vital role community transport operators play in connecting people with their communities, and the challenges faced by operators when costs such as petrol and diesel fluctuate.To support community transport operators, the Dep...