VOICED : La escasez de gasolina, debida al "pánico", se agrava en el Reino Unido

The UK faced a severe fuel shortage exacerbated by panic buying, affecting 30% of BP's stations. Despite government reassurances, citizens rushed to gas stations fearing depletion, similar to food shortages. The crisis led to desperation, impacting work and daily life. Media alarmism contributed to the panic. The shortage was mainly due to a lack of transporters, prompting the UK government to amend post-Brexit immigration policies, offering 10,500 temporary work visas to alleviate the shortage of truck drivers and key sector workers. The government also considered military assistance to manage the crisis.

What was the main reason for the worsening fuel shortage in the UK over the weekend?

• An increase in fuel exports

• A strike by fuel station workers

• Panic buying by the public

• A sudden increase in fuel prices

How did the media contribute to the fuel shortage situation?

• By causing panic through alarmist reporting

• By encouraging people to conserve fuel

• By downplaying the severity of the situation

• By providing accurate information

What is one of the government's solutions to address the shortage of transport workers?

• Reducing fuel taxes

• Offering temporary work visas

• Increasing fuel imports

• Building more fuel stations

What sector is mentioned as being affected by the shortage of workers?

• Automobile manufacturing

• Poultry farming

• Technology

• Retail clothing

What additional measure is the UK government considering to tackle the shortage?

• Using the military to assist

• Implementing fuel rationing

• Increasing public transportation options

• Hiring international fuel experts