Boost for key workers as Morrisons slashes 12p a litre off petrol and 8p off diesel

Of course, official government advice right now is not to travel unless absolutely necessary, and to work from home wherever possible.

But for key workers, such as teachers and NHS staff, the need to travel may remain. For those still needing a fill up, it represents the biggest cut in petrol prices for some time.

A statement from the supermarket said: "Morrisons is today announcing the biggest fuel price reduction in recent times with 12p-a-litre off unleaded and 8p-a-litre off diesel.

"The cut is being made to reduce the cost of motoring for the nation. It will be effective on all Morrisons fuel forecourts today."

Ashley Myers, Head of Fuel for Morrisons, said: "We are playing our full part in reducing the cost of living and feeding the nation. This reduction in fuel prices will help motorists to save money at this difficult time. It's more than our job."

For a typical 50-litre fill up, a motorist will save £6 on unleaded and £4 on diesel.

What is the current coronavirus advice?

STAY HOME

Everyone is being told to stay home as much as possible, whether you have symptoms or not.

On Saturday pubs, clubs and bars were closed to help prevent large gatherings and reduce the risk of the virus spreading, as far as possible. Anyone with a cough or any symptoms is being asked to self-isolate for 14 days, while the advice to everyone is to minimise social contact as much as possible, and to only travel if absolutely essential.

Workers have been told to work from home if they can and to avoid going out in public other than for exercise. If you have to go out for food or a walk in an open public space, you must maintain at least two metres' distance to all others at all times.

Everyone should also be washing their hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and hot water before leaving home and when returning, and wear gloves outdoors where possible.

Those in vulnerable groups, such as those who need a flu jab or are over 70, are being told to be extra cautious and also isolate themselves.

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