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How concerned is Velsen about high fuel and energy prices? 'I use the car as little as possible'

How concerned is Velsen about high fuel and energy prices? 'I use the car as little as possible'

Residents in the municipality of Velsen are managing the impact of rising fuel and energy prices caused by conflicts in the Middle East. While the price increases are noticeable, there is no widespread panic as many residents had already adapted their habits to cope with high costs.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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