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world The Guardian World 2026-05-04

UK Jet Fuel Shortage Plan Hinges on Nigerian Refinery Accused of Union Busting

A refinery in Nigeria, facing accusations of dismissing union members, has become vital to the UK government's strategy to alleviate a looming jet fuel shortage. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander suggested importing more fuel from the US and West Africa as part of the solution to the crisis.

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