Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show

Iran war pushing petrol prices higher

Mar 10, 2026
Christian May, Editor-in-chief at City A.M., gives market and oil-price analysis. Sarah Sackman, KC and Minister for Courts and Legal Services, outlines new legal adviser support and reforms for rape cases. They discuss oil-market volatility, potential petrol price spikes from Middle East tensions, and legal reforms to speed trials and support victims.
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INSIGHT

Middle East Conflict Is Pushing UK Inflation Up

  • The Iran conflict is driving immediate upward pressure on UK inflation, primarily via fuel prices and energy uncertainty.
  • Natasha Clark reports oil spiked above $120 a barrel then fell near $90, while Rachel Reeves extended the 5p fuel duty cut to September to ease pump pain.
ADVICE

Use Comparison Sites And Drive Less To Cut Fuel Costs

  • Use fuel price comparison sites and reduce unnecessary driving to limit spending as petrol and diesel jump.
  • Rachel Reeves advised extending the 5p duty cut and urged consumers to hunt for the lowest pump prices.
ANECDOTE

London Caller Reports Rapid Petrol And Diesel Hikes

  • Local fuel tracker callers reported sharp local increases: Golders Green rose from £1.34 to £1.39 per litre unleaded and diesel to £1.55.
  • Daniel told Nick Ferrari diesel jumped 13p per litre in his area in days.
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