Petrol prices hit record high in UK Spread the love Source: BBC Surges in global oil prices prompted by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are being felt at the petrol pump in the UK. The average price of petrol jumped to £1.51 a litre on Sunday, the RAC said, while diesel rose to £1.55. Russia is the second-biggest exporter of crude oil, and while only 6% of UK imports come from Russia, there are concerns sanctions could restrict supplies worldwide and drive up prices. 28 Feb, 2022 (0) Comments By Nutis International