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Treasury Says Plans Ready as Heating-Oil Costs Surge

4/24/2026

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  • Treasury Minister Chris Thomas told Tynwald that contingency plans are ready despite a 70% rise in heating prices and diesel at 189p and petrol at 154p.
  • Thomas said the government is monitoring impacts, does not expect disruption, and not provide subsidies, while keeping vulnerable-customer registers with suppliers.
  • MHK Lawrie Hooper warned that filling a 900-litre heating-oil tank now costs £400 more than three months ago and urged urgent winter aid.