iOS - Android ‘Panic buying’ from consumers has been blamed for the shortages, as well as widespread shortages in HGV drivers.A BP spokesman said: “We are experiencing fuel supply issues at some of our retail sites."This is being caused by a shortage of qualified drivers.
The majority of the 1200 sites we supply remain supplied and open.“We are working to resupply as rapidly as possible.”A filling station run by Sainsbury’s in East Kilbride closed after a rush from hundreds of motorists.And the Esso garage in Buchandyke, Calderwood also closed over the weekend after the pumps were left dry.On Friday, queues started at the Tesco in Wishaw around 6am according to staff, with queues at the town's Morrisons starting on the Thursday and.
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