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War Raises UK Fuel, Mortgage Costs, Inflation Outlook

4/27/2026

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War that began on 28 February 2026 between the U.S., Israel and Iran has lifted UK fuel prices.
Diesel rose 35% and petrol 19% in two months, adding £30 to Naomi’s travel costs.
Mortgage rates hit 5.7%, pushing Iona’s Mansfield payment from £720 to £1,020 after her term.
Economists say the Strait of Hormuz, handling one-fifth of oil, is raising fuel prices and could lift inflation to 3.5-4% this year.

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Story summary

War that began on 28 February 2026 between the U.S., Israel and Iran has lifted UK fuel prices.
Diesel rose 35% and petrol 19% in two months, adding £30 to Naomi’s travel costs.
Mortgage rates hit 5.7%, pushing Iona’s Mansfield payment from £720 to £1,020 after her term.
Economists say the Strait of Hormuz, handling one-fifth of oil, is raising fuel prices and could lift inflation to 3.5-4% this year.