'Supermarkets would empty, hospitals would struggle, petrol stations would run out of fuel' - hauliers warn of crippling revolt

"The Government is to face down demands for cuts to motorway tolls to ease the impact of surging fuel prices, even as hauliers threaten major blockades of roads and airports in protest."

"It is also highly unlikely to yield to calls to suspend the carbon tax on fuel, with one minister saying it is the 'last thing' he would touch."

The Government maintains its position against reducing motorway tolls or suspending the carbon tax on fuel, despite facing significant pressure from hauliers and industry groups. Hauliers have threatened major blockades of roads and airports to protest the impact of surging fuel prices on their operations. Government ministers have indicated they will not yield to these demands, with one minister stating that suspending the carbon tax is the last measure they would consider. The Government appears determined to hold firm on its fiscal policies despite the threat of disruption to transportation infrastructure and commerce.

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