"Recently I have heard of incidents from some of our members of retail staff being abused by members of the public, who may have been provoked by the incorrect and inflammatory language emanating from some commentators. Our members are working hard in difficult circumstances making sure that motorists and businesses are getting the fuel they need, at prices that are very competitive, on razor thin or in some cases negative margins which means they are losing money."
"The PRA wrote to the Chancellor for a reassurance that the scheduled meeting be held in private, without media present to allow a conversation to explain how the fuel market works. As her office could not provide this, Gordon Balmer has withdrawn from the meeting."
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) cancelled a scheduled meeting with Chancellor Rachel Reeves regarding rising petrol and diesel prices, citing concerns about inflammatory government rhetoric. The PRA stated that recent comments from government ministers have provoked public abuse directed at forecourt staff, creating safety concerns. The association requested the meeting be held privately without media presence to discuss how the fuel market operates. PRA chief Gordon Balmer emphasized that retailers operate on razor-thin or negative margins while working to provide competitive prices. The PRA highlighted ongoing collaboration with the Competition and Markets Authority and Department for Energy Security and Net Zero on the Fuel Finder scheme to help motorists locate best-value fuel.
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