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UK refineries asked to maximise jet fuel production amid supply fears
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Government request follows contingency planning to stop planes being grounded if Iran war supply shocks continue Business live – latest updates British refineries have been asked to maximise jet fuel supply as part of government contingency planning, amid growing fears the Iran war will force planes to be grounded.Energy minister Michael Shanks said the government is closely monitoring UK jet fuel stocks and working with airlines, airports, fuel suppliers and other governments, as carriers face rocketing fuel costs as a result of the conflict. Continue reading...
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