Gas stations in São Paulo are not receiving fuel, says union.
The president of the Retail Trade Union of Petroleum Derivatives of the State of São Paulo, José Alberto Paiva Gouveia, reported that the state's gas stations have not received any fuel; "Gas stations have, on average, enough stock to operate for two or three days. Today we received no fuel," stated Gouveia.
By Brazil Agency
The president of the Retail Trade Union of Petroleum Derivatives of the State of São Paulo, José Alberto Paiva Gouveia, reported that, since the beginning of this Wednesday (23), the state's gas stations have not received any type of fuel.
"Gas stations have, on average, enough stock to operate for two or three days. Today we received no fuel," said Gouveia.
He said he believes the truckers' strike will end quickly and that he doesn't expect a rush to gas stations.
"We hope the strike doesn't last long, and for now, we don't foresee a rush on jobs."
Regarding the possibility of reducing taxes on fuels, especially diesel, Gouveia stressed that it is not yet possible to know the impact of the measure on the end consumer.
"We are waiting for the distributors to give their position when we start receiving the product again. I can't specify a price reduction at the pumps because it's a decision for each gas station owner. We will monitor the situation, but I still can't say for sure if there will be a price reduction or by how much," Gouveia added.