(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Many adults in Britain blame their national administration for the country’s high gas prices, according to a poll by ICM Research. 45 per cent of respondents think the government is primarily responsible for the situation.
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) – Many adults in Britain blame their national administration for the country’s high gas prices, according to a poll by ICM Research. 45 per cent of respondents think the government is primarily responsible for the situation.
Oil producing countries are next on the list with 22 per cent, followed by oil companies with 20 per cent, stock market traders with 11 per cent, consumers with two per cent, and petrol stations with one per cent.
Earlier this year, the price of a litre of gasoline reached $2.32 U.S. in Britain. The government later postponed an increase in fuel duty, which was supposed to be implemented in October.
British chancellor of the exchequer Alistair Darling explained the decision, saying, "Postponing the planned increase in fuel duty is consistent with the government’s commitment to support the Bank of England in maintaining low inflation. The global credit crunch and sharp rises in world oil prices have pushed up prices at the pumps. Today’s decision will help motorists and businesses get through what is a difficult time for everyone.’’
Polling Data
Which of the following do you think is primarily responsible for the current high price of fuel? (Two answers allowed)
|
The government |
45% |
|
Oil producing countries |
22% |
|
Oil companies |
20% |
|
Stock market traders |
11% |
|
Consumers |
2% |
|
Petrol stations |
1% |
|
None of these |
2% |
|
Don’t know |
4% |
Source: ICM Research
Methodology: Telephone interviews with 1,021 British voters, conducted on Jul. 23 and Jul. 24, 2008. No margin of error was provided.
