The UK is discussing the possible release of strategic fuel reserves with European Union partners, should additional supplies be needed.
The talks concern the coordinated use of fuel reserves held for strategic purposes. The supplied information does not indicate whether a decision has been made to release them or specify the circumstances that could trigger such action.
The discussions come as US President Donald Trump has threatened to ban diesel exports. He has said the measure would be intended to ease prices in the United States.
The latest position is that discussions between the UK and EU partners are ongoing, with any potential release of reserves dependent on future need.
