2 mins to read Transport Minister not ruling out RUC and fuel tax increases Chris Bishop says fuel prices remain volatile as the US and Iran prepare to officially sign a deal to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz. Transport Minister Chris Bishop. Jonathan Mitchell Thu, 18 Jun 2026 © All content copyright NBR. Do not reproduce in any form without permission, even if you have a paid subscription. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says hikes to the fuel tax and road user
charges next year are still possible, now that Iran and the United States have agreed to end their conflict. Bishop was quizzed by MPs this morning at the transport and infrastructure select committee as part of scrutiny Want to read more? It’s easy. Choose your subscription Already have an account? Login Smartphone Only Subscription NZ$29.95 / monthly Monthly Premium Online Subscription NZ$49.95 / monthly Smartphone Only Annual Subscription NZ$299.00 / yearly Yearly Premium Online Subscription NZ$499.00 / yearly Premium Group Membership 10 Users NZ$385+GST /
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