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Fuel warning to bank holiday drivers amid French protests

British travellers have been advised to fill up with petrol or diesel in the UK before holidaying on the continent across the bank holiday weekend after strike action in France led to fuel shortages.

The dispute over labour reforms has led to blockades in French towns, cities, on motorways and bridges, as well as disruption of the nation's rail and air travel.

At least 77 people were arrested in violent clashes between protesters and police in Paris and other cities during Thursday's nationwide day of industrial action.

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Drivers heading to France urged to fill up fuel tanks in UK

British travellers have been advised to fill up with petrol or diesel in UK before holidaying on the Continent across the bank holiday weekend after strike action in France led to fuel shortages.

UK breakdown recovery firms reported a number of their customers had already become stranded after their tanks ran dry, with Green Flag reporting a 14% rise in fuel-related breakdowns in France.

Placards reading 'closed, dried up' have become familiar sights at petrol stations in France amid the strike action. Credit: Reuters

The dispute over labour reforms has led to blockades in French towns, cities, on motorways and bridges, as well as disruption of the nation's rail and air travel.

The RAC is advising drivers already on the continent and about to cross France not to attempt the journey unless they have enough fuel for the whole trip.

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