- A new government scheme now requires all UK fuel retailers to report pump price changes.
- Retailers must update their prices within 30 minutes of any alteration, with this data feeding into the Fuel Finder database.
- This database will be accessible to third-party fuel-price apps and websites, allowing drivers to locate cheaper petrol and diesel.
- The initiative, recommended by the Competition and Markets Authority, aims to increase competition among retailers and benefit drivers.
- Drivers are also empowered to report discrepancies between forecourt prices and online figures, with a focus on compliance rather than enforcement until May.
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