The government has assured members of the public that there is no need for panic or bulk buying fuel as shipments are scheduled to arrive today (27 April).
In a press release on 26 April, it said coordinated efforts are underway to ensure all fuel stations across Anguilla are fully serviced and a a “stable and reliable” fuel supply is maintained.
“Residents and businesses are strongly encouraged to remain calm and continue normal purchasing practices,” the government added after cars were seen queuing at gas stations over the weekend.
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The message came just days after the publication of maximum gasoline sales prices under the Distribution and Price of Goods (Maximum Gasoline Price Order) Regulations, 2022.
Rates have been set at EC$19.90 for Delta, $19.38 for Sol and $16.26 for Anguilla Gases. These prices would have been $23.46, $22.94 and $19.85 without government intervention.
A government statement on 24 April, said: “These figures highlight the direct impact of government intervention in reducing fuel costs for consumers across the island.
“Prices remain subject to change based on fluctuations in import costs, supplier invoices and storage volumes.”
In March, the government introduced a package of temporary measures to help combat the rising cost of fuel in Anguilla amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Premier Cora Richardson Hodge announced the plan, which includes the suspension of import duty and the customs service fee on fuel for three months.
The fuel surcharge has also been capped for an initial two months at EC$0.42 per kilowatt hour for households and businesses, and $0.65 per kWh for the accommodation sector.
The third measure is the removal of freight and insurance costs from customs duty calculations for a three-month period.
In a press conference on 13 April, the premier said the set of relief measures is set to cost the government nearly $10 million.
She said she wanted to set it out in detail so people could “understand and appreciate” the extent of what is being offered.
