John Hutton, Secretary of State for Business and Regulatory Reform, has told drivers not to panic over possible fuel shortages.
A 48-hour walkout this weekend at the Grangemouth refinery in Scotland could lead to a shortage of fuel supply. The action comes after workers union, Unite called the two-day strike following a bitter row over workers pensions. The plant is responsible for delivering 10% of the country’s fuel to forecourts.
The government could invoke emergency powers if the situation escalates, possible limiting the amount of fuel non-essential users can purchase.
Faye Sunderland
