HGV driver shortage causing fuel crisis in UK

The UK government is deploying military personnel to assist with fuel delivery starting Monday, aiming to alleviate the ongoing driver shortage affecting fuel availability. Despite some stabilization, challenges persist, particularly in London and the southeast. The government has also reached out to HGV drivers, including German nationals, to return to the industry. Public frustration is evident as people struggle to access fuel, impacting daily life and work. Temporary visas for food and poultry drivers are planned, but military drivers will be crucial until then.

What action is the government taking to address the fuel shortage starting Monday?

• Reducing fuel taxes

• Importing fuel from neighboring countries

• Increasing fuel prices

• Deploying military personnel to deliver fuel

Which regions in the UK are seeing improvements in fuel availability?

• London and the southeast

• The Midlands, North, and Scotland

• Wales and Northern Ireland

• The southwest and East Anglia

What is the main issue faced by petrol stations in London and the southeast?

• Stations are only accepting cash payments

• Fuel deliveries are delayed

• Fuel prices are too high

• Lack of petrol stations

When will the temporary visas for food and poultry drivers become effective?

• Immediately

• End of October

• Next year

• In two weeks

How many military drivers will be helping to maintain the fuel supply?

• 50

• 100

• 500

• 200