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UK Government Acts to Tackle Iranian Crisis Impact

3/9/2026

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  • UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government is engaging with international partners to mitigate the ongoing Iranian crisis.
  • He warned a prolonged conflict could harm the economy as borrowing costs rose with oil and gas prices.
  • Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is in daily discussions with the Bank of England to address energy price risks.
  • The government will monitor and manage the situation closely while pursuing de-escalation and economic resilience.