Lowering speed limits among contingency plans to curb UK oil demand
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Lowering speed limits among contingency plans to curb UK oil demand
"The International Energy Agency (IEA) recommended a raft of Covid-style emergency measures, including working from home, to cope with soaring oil prices and looming supply problems triggered by the US-Israel strikes on Iran."
"The DESNZ declined to respond directly, but is understood to be confident that the UK has a diverse and resilient fuel supply, with the IEA's advice encompassing its member states across the world."
"Under existing plans to restrict consumption in the event of a severe squeeze on supplies, critical service vehicles would be given priority for fuel, and ministers would also direct supplies to ensure public transport keeps running."
The UK government is considering lowering speed limits to reduce fuel consumption due to potential global oil supply issues stemming from the Middle East crisis. While there is no current fuel shortage in the UK, the Department for Transport is collaborating with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to analyze measures to curb oil demand. The International Energy Agency has recommended emergency measures, including promoting shared transport and efficient driving, to address rising oil prices and supply concerns.
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