Report: Iran Conflict Driving UK Jobs and Energy Crises

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The Iran conflict is hammering British wallets from every angle — petrol hit an 18-month high, mortgage rates are surging past 5%, and heating oil prices have more than doubled. Energy bills could spike sharply this summer if wholesale costs stay elevated, and flights are getting pricier as jet fuel soars. This isn't a distant geopolitical problem; it's a direct hit on everyday life across the U.K.