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Businesses warn increased transport costs mean consumers will notice the goods they buy go up further in price. this wholesaler distributes food and drink to cafes, restaurants and schools across the country, it bulk buys diesel for lorries. 0ur fuel bill has increased dramatically this week, at least between 10 and £15,000, and that increase cannot be absorbed by us, we have to look at ways to pass it on to the customers. food and drink will become more expensive, not only at home but out of home. the institute for fiscal studies says the chancellor will have to decide whether to do more to protect households from the effects of rising energy prices at the spring statement. the treasury said the government was already providing £20 billion to help with the cost of living. sharon will carry on doing thejob she loves, but finds filling up is leaving her wallet increasingly empty. katy austin, bbc news. ....