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Dutch fuel and gas prices are climbing again: here’s what it means for your wallet

Diesel at Dutch pumps has risen by roughly 30 cents a litre in two weeks, while wholesale gas has more than doubled since February. Diesel now averages €2.569 a litre and...
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