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Guernsey diesel price surge forces spending review, hiring halt

By Drooid · Oct 14, 2026, 4:01 PM UTC · How we work

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Guernsey official Inder warned diesel prices have spiked sharply over the past three to four months.
He said the surge will inevitably raise the cost of living for residents.
Inder said climate concerns now require reconsidering the diesel duty increase he would normally support.
He argued the States’ biggest expense is civil-servant salaries, suggesting halting new hires.
Inder emphasized the single annual budget demands immediate spending review.

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Guernsey official Inder warned diesel prices have spiked sharply over the past three to four months.
He said the surge will inevitably raise the cost of living for residents.
Inder said climate concerns now require reconsidering the diesel duty increase he would normally support.
He argued the States’ biggest expense is civil-servant salaries, suggesting halting new hires.
Inder emphasized the single annual budget demands immediate spending review.