Haulier calls diesel "liquid gold" after 400-litre theft

A West Midlands haulage company reported that 400 litres of diesel were stolen from two vehicles over the weekend. The company director Martin Pinches said thieves were motivated by rising fuel prices, estimating the stolen fuel was worth about £800. The theft also damaged fuel sending units and caps, forcing the vehicles out of action for a day of repairs. Chancellor John Healey announced an extension to the 5p fuel duty cut, originally introduced by Rishi Sunak in 2022, now lasting until July.