All PRA articles – Page 9
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NewsPRA chief confident fuel retailers can keep up supplies despite pandemic
PRA boss Brian Madderson has said he is confident there will be no fuel shortages as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, despite panic buying of other commodities. He said the PRA had been in contact with its equivalent in Italy, where the spread of the virus is some weeks ...
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NewsPRA welcomes additional support to help cope with coronavirus
The PRA has welcomed additional support for businesses announced by the Government to help them through the coronavirus crisis.PRA chairman Brian Madderson said: “With Government advice to avoid public transport, our road network and refuelling capacity becomes ever more vital, so we are pleased that the chancellor has introduced immediate ...
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NewsPRA clarifies concerns over E10
The PRA has moved to allay fuel retailer concerns about misleading information following the government’s consultation on the proposals for the introduction of E10 fuel grade. Phil Monger, technical director of the PRA, said the Association had been working with the Department for Transport in a dedicated working party determining ...
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NewsPRA chief reveals victories in fight against hand car washes
PRA chairman Brian Madderson detailed a number of major victories in his other role as chairman of the Car Wash Association (CWA) in his presentation at Forecourt Trader’s inaugural Summit last week.The CWA was formed to lobby on behalf of operators of legitimate car valeting services who were being driven ...
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NewsPRA appeals to Chancellor over imposition of ATM fees
The PRA has appealed to the Government for intervention over imposition of ATM fees by providers.PRA chairman Brian Madderson said: “ATM usage fees now pose a major concern for the UK economy, as access to cash – particularly among low income households or those in rural areas – becomes ever ...
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NewsReports of plan to raise fuel duty in Budget anger PRA
The PRA and motoring organisations have reacted angrily to reports the Government is planning to increase fuel duty by 2ppl, with PRA chairman Brian Madderson describing it as “a kick in the teeth” for motorists. A group of backbench Tory MPs is also reported to be opposed to the move ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout at Brands Hatch Circuit in Kent
The PRA will be staging a Business Breakout at the Brands Hatch Circuit in Kent on Thursday March 12. The event will be in the Cooper Suite from 10am until 1.30pm and there will be a free buffet lunch with opportunities to network. Presentations will include: PRA –market update ...
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Analysis
Ray Blake: PRA technical director
As chairman of the Petroleum Enforcement Liaison Group (PELG) I had to postpone a meeting that was due to have taken place at the beginning of January. The reason being that Brexit, followed by the pre-election purdah, had meant that the Health and Safety Executive was unable to agree the ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout near Exeter
The PRA will be staging a Business Breakout in near Exeter on Wednesday February 26 at Sandy Park Conference Centre at junction 30 of the M5.The PRA is a guest of CTC, which is hosting a trade show, and will be in the Baxter Suite from 10am until 1pm.Coffee will ...
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NewsPRA urges Chancellor to cut 2ppl from road fuel duty in Budget
The PRA has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Sajid Javid urging him to cut road fuel duty by 2ppl in the first Budget of the new Government on March 11.It outlines how under the Laffer Curve – which shows that cutting taxes can increase revenues – a reduction ...
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NewsPRA publishes its Market Review with focus on future trends
The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) has published its Market Review 2020, a 64-page guide to the forecourt industry with special emphasis on alternative fuels and the transition to electric vehicles.PRA chairman Brian Madderson said: This is the most comprehensive annual review we have ever produced thanks to terrific contributions from ...
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Analysis
Brian Madderson: PRA chairman
It is clear that many people around the world are becoming increasingly concerned about the negative impact of Climate Change and that fossil fuels are seen by politicians, medics and environmentalists as a primary cause. Social media has been a powerful tool affecting this rapid change in outlook. Change on ...
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Analysis
Ray Blake: PRA technical director
A question I and many other people in the industry are being asked more and more frequently is whether to install electric vehicle (EV) charging points. But I am not qualified to answer whether EV charging is a financially viable option to install on petrol forecourts, and from what I ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout in Swansea
The PRA will be staging a Business Breakout in Swansea on Thursday November 7 at the Liberty Stadium.Coffee will be provided from 10am and there will be a free buffet lunch with opportunities to network.Presentations will include: PRA – latest market update; Allego – electric vehicle charging offer for dealers; ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout in Inverness
The PRA will be staging a Business Breakout in Inverness on Wednesday October 30.It is being held at Jurys Hotel in Inverness Millburn Road.Coffee will be provided from 10am and there will be a free buffet lunch with opportunities to network.Presentations will include: PRA – latest market update; Highland Council ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout event in Shrewsbury
The PRA will be staging a Business Breakout in Shrewsbury on Wednesday October 23. It is being held at the Arthur Rowley Suite at Shrewsbury Town FC’s Montgomery Waters Stadium. Coffee will be provided from 10am and there will be a free buffet lunch with opportunities to network. Presentations will ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout in Suffolk
The PRA has arranged a Business Breakout in Suffolk at The Millennium Grandstand, Rowley Mile Racecourse, Newmarket, on Thursday October 3.Coffee will be provided from 10am and there will be a free buffet lunch with opportunities to network.Presentations will include: PRA – latest market update; Allego – electric vehicle charging ...
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NewsPRA organises Forecourt Roadshow in Belfast
The PRA will be presenting a Forecourt Roadshow in Belfast on Wednesday October 16, which will be supported by 30 major exhibitors.The event will be at The Maldron Hotel, at Belfast International Airport, running from 12 noon to 7pm and includes a buffet lunch at 1pm and a champagne tea ...
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PRA says lobbying is working for fuel duty and crime
The PRA believes its lobbying efforts are hitting home on two key campaign areas fuel duty and forecourt crime. The PRA’s long campaign for a cut in fuel duty looks as if it is about to succeed after reports that a reduction will be made in the Autumn Budget."The ...
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Analysis
Brian Madderson: chairman, PRA
After nine years of fuel duty freezes, this regressive tax is still netting the Exchequer some £28bn every year. Once double taxation is factored in, with added VAT at 20% yielding an estimated further £7bn, the overall total of £35bn comfortably places fuel as the fifth largest tax receipt for ...