Diesel prices set 23-year record as Iran oil crisis deepens | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAlex RossMonday 30 March 2026 11:03 BSTRachel Reeves indicates millions will get no help on fuel billsMotorists in the UK are experiencing further fuel price increases, with experts forecasting that the impact of the Iran war could persist for months.The conflict has resulted in Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a more than 3 per cent surge in oil prices, reaching $117 per barrel.Despite assurances from UK ministers that fuel rationing is unnecessary, an Asda boss cautioned about potential temporary shortages at the pumps.Spending on fuel rose by 11 per cent in the week immediately after the war began, according to recent data.The average price of diesel at UK forecourts climbed to 179.9p per litre, a 28.5p difference from petrol (151.4p), marking the widest gap since at least 2003.In fullPetrol prices latest: Motorists hit by 23-year record over cost of diesel as Starmer prepares for emergency talksThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in