There is no need to panic buy petrol - that was the message from the government this morning.
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But as queues began forming at some filling stations around the country, by this afternoon senior ministers were meeting to discuss the supply problems.
It's all been caused by a major shortage of HGV drivers and retailers are warning that it could begin affecting supplies of food in the run-up to the festive season, unless urgent action is taken.
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But as queues began forming at some filling stations around the country, by this afternoon senior ministers were meeting to discuss the supply problems.
It's all been caused by a major shortage of HGV drivers and retailers are warning that it could begin affecting supplies of food in the run-up to the festive season, unless urgent action is taken.
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