Macro Finance
UK diesel prices top £2 a litre for first time, RAC says
BBC Business·October 2, 2026·1 min read
UK diesel prices topped £2 a litre for the first time, the RAC said, as rising global oil prices pushed up pump prices for both diesel and petrol. The milestone adds to cost-of-living pressures for drivers and businesses, with fuel costs a key factor in inflation. The RAC's announcement highlights the impact of international crude oil market trends on UK consumers.
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