Petition
Reduce fuel duty in response to rising oil prices and global instability
Rejected
15 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the UK Government to reduce fuel duty to protect households and businesses from rapidly rising fuel costs caused by global instability in oil markets
Global instability involving Iran has disrupted oil supplies and increased prices, leading to higher petrol and diesel costs in the UK. This is putting pressure on households, commuters, rural communities and small businesses that rely on vehicles daily. At a time when global events are driving up living costs, the Government should act to ease the burden on citizens. Reducing fuel duty would provide immediate relief, support economic activity, and help offset rising costs beyond public control.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for similar action: "Reduce fuel duty tax to at least half of the current rates" Reduce fuel duty tax to at least half of the current rates
Timeline
| 31 Mar 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 24 Apr 2026 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
15
Status
Rejected
Rejected
24 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Aug 2026.