This statutory instrument establishes the legal requirements for the display of petrol prices at retail outlets within the United Kingdom. The order was issued by the Secretary of State for Trade under the powers granted by the Prices Act 1974, aiming to ensure transparency for consumers at the point of sale. It mandates specific methods for price indication to prevent deceptive practices in the fuel retail sector.

Legal professionals and regulatory compliance officers utilize this document as a foundational reference for historical fuel pricing standards in the UK. It is recognized as a technical legislative text that provides the specific regulatory framework for retail transparency during the period of its enactment.