Middle East War Hits UK Wallets Hard
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The Middle East war has triggered a global economic crisis, with UK citizens feeling the pinch as oil prices soar past $100 per barrel. This surge has led to a significant increase in petrol, diesel, energy bills, food, heating oil, flights, and mortgages. Petrol now averages £1.52 per litre, diesel £1.83, pushing family car fill-ups over £100. Energy forecasts predict household bills to jump by £288 annually by July, with the price cap hitting £1,929 for typical dual-fuel homes. Drivers have spent an extra £544 million on fuel since the conflict began, while rural residents heating with oil face prices nearly doubled. Supermarket experts warn of food inflation doubling to over 8%, hiking costs for various items by £50 or more yearly per household. Mortgage rates are also rising, with two-year fixes now topping five-year deals. Airlines are bracing for jet fuel shortages, with fares surging and carriers like Ryanair eyeing supply crunches by May. The government is considering targeted aid, but with wholesale chaos and no quick fix on the Strait, these budget squeezes look set to continue unless tensions ease fast.
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