UK motorists overcharged for fuel during pandemic, analysis shows

Average profit margins rose from 10p per litre to 18p after nationwide lockdown introduced in March, says consumer group Which?

There are no rules on the mark-up that retailers can use when selling fuel (Getty Images)

New analysis has shown that UK motorists were overcharged for fuel during the coronavirus lockdown – despite the imposition of restrictions on general travel.

Average profit margins rose from 10p per litre to 18p in the weeks after the nationwide lockdown was introduced in March, according to consumer group Which?

Although prices at the pump dropped below £1 per litre at some supermarkets, drivers were still overpaying as fuel companies pocketed a chunk of the savings.