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United Kingdom
Moderate
AI Analysis · Updated daily
The United Kingdom faces moderate energy security risks, with gasoline prices at $2.08/L and oil reserves at 52 days. While its 55% oil import dependency is lower than some peers, moderate Hormuz exposure still impacts supply, and household energy bills are at record highs. The UK's ability to import approximately 50% of its gas from Norway and LNG provides some resilience against gas supply shocks. However, the ongoing global oil deficit and high prices will continue to pressure consumers and the economy in the coming weeks, despite these mitigating factors.
$2.08
Gasoline /L
+23.8% vs pre-war
52d
Reserves
7 weeks
+9.8%
Food Inflation
Risk: moderate
55%
Oil Imported
Hormuz: moderate
Fuel Prices
USD primary · GBP (£) localPrices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 20, 2026
Gasoline
$2.08/L
£1.54/L
+23.8% vs pre-war
Diesel
$2.14/L
£1.59/L
+24.4% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$1.18/L
£0.87/L
Kerosene / Jet A
$1.52/L
£1.13/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $1.68/L · Diesel $1.72/L · Current prices are 23.8% above pre-war levels
3-Month Price History
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
GBP · live ratesStrategic Oil Reserves
52days
7 weeks
1.7 months
Below average — Under 2 months
Source: IEA/EIA0d30d60d90d180d365d
Energy Dependency Profile
Oil Import Dependency
55%
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
Moderate
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
48%
of food supply imported
Fertilizer & Food Security
Fertilizer Cost Change
+62%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+9.8%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
Moderate
FAO / WFP assessment
News: United Kingdom
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OilPrice.com·10h ago
Met Police investigate potential Iran links to London arson attacks
The latest attack at a Jewish site in the UK capital occurs at Kenton United Synagogue and causes minor damage.
Al Jazeera·14h ago
Britain’s Renewable Energy Glut
The United Kingdom has been rapidly increasing its deployment of new renewable energy capacity in recent years, to the point that it now has some to spare during peak production hours. While the U.K. gradually increases its battery storage, the government is encouraging consumers to use more electri
OilPrice.com·16h ago
Magyar Says Druzhba Oil Flows Could Resume Next Week
The pipeline, which brings Russian oil via Ukraine to central Europe, has been inoperative since January.
Rigzone·1d ago
UK petrol and diesel prices fall after weeks of rises
Drivers have seen weeks of increases as the US-Israeli war with Iran pushed up wholesale oil prices.
BBC Business·2d ago
Spirit Energy Reveals Proposal to Restructure UK Organization
'We are committed to supporting all our colleagues throughout the consultation process', Spirit Energy said.
Rigzone·2d ago
How could the Iran war affect fizzy drinks in the UK?
The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.
BBC Business·3d ago
Why the UK is preparing for food shortages due to Iran war
The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.
BBC Business·3d ago
No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves
The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.
BBC Business·3d ago
UK economy grew faster than expected in February ahead of Iran war
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran.
BBC Business·3d ago
Government Response
Last updated: April 2026
- £200 household energy bill rebate extended for a further 6 months
- North Sea emergency drilling licences fast-tracked
- Motorway speed limit reduced to 60 mph to cut fuel consumption
- Civil service remote working guidance reinstated
- Strategic petroleum reserve released in coordination with IEA allies
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Flight Disruption Risk
ModerateJet fuel price change+32% vs pre-war
+90 Day Outlook
Moderate
Peak Season (Jul/Aug)
High
●2 Crude Oil●3 LNG●1 LPG●1 Products
FRONT EAGLE
Crude Oil · from Sullom Voe, UK
ETA Arrived
110,000t DWT
NAVIGATOR AURORA
LPG · from Rotterdam, Netherlands
ETA Arrived
28,000t DWT
STENA PREMIUM
Diesel · from Rotterdam, Netherlands
ETA Arrived
45,000t DWT
NORDIC ORION
Crude Oil · from Flotta, UK
ETA Arrived
105,000t DWT
NEPTUNE
LNG · from Sabine Pass, USA
ETA Arrived
88,000t DWT
GOLAR TUNDRA
LNG · from Corpus Christi, USA
ETA 2d (22 Apr)
92,000t DWT
EXCELLENCE
LNG · from Ras Laffan, Qatar
Delayed 6 days — Ras Laffan terminal disruption
ETA 8d (28 Apr)
90,000t DWT
7 vessels en route
Crisis Summary
Risk LevelModerate
Hormuz Exposuremoderate
CurrencyGBP (£)
RegionEurope
Data SourcesIEA · EIA · FAO · WFP
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