IRAN WAR: Energy price surge triggers factory fears

The war in the Middle East has led to a surge in energy prices, causing concerns for manufacturing in the UK. The Bank of England has warned that interest rates are likely to rise to combat inflation, which has accelerated to its sharpest growth since 1992.
The war in the Middle East is affecting the UK economy. Energy prices have surged, leading to inflationary pressures. The Bank of England may raise interest rates to combat this. The manufacturing sector is experiencing a severe acceleration in cost growth. The UK's private sector activity index has declined to a six-month low. The government is under pressure to secure energy prices and consider alternative solutions, such as breaking the link between green energy prices and the wholesale price of gas.
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