Four in five Britons worried Iran war will make food more expensive, poll finds
Summary
A new poll shows 80% of people in the UK are worried that the war involving Iran will make food more expensive. Rising energy costs caused by the conflict, especially due to a blockade in the Middle East, are pushing up prices for groceries and other products.Key Facts
- 80% of British people are worried about grocery prices rising because of the Iran war.
- The conflict has caused oil and gas prices to increase due to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Higher energy and fertilizer costs are making food production and shipping more expensive.
- UK businesses want the government to reduce energy costs for retailers to help keep prices down.
- The Bank of England expects food inflation to reach 7% by the end of the year.
- Retailers say every government decision not to cut costs will lead to higher prices for shoppers.
- The UK government says it is working to protect people from food price rises, including suspending some food tariffs.
- Food prices have already risen by 3.7% in the year up to March 2026.
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