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Burnham warned of Iran war impact on UK growth next year
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Labour mayor Andy Burnham warned that a potential conflict involving Iran could affect UK economic growth in 2026, citing disruptions to oil prices, fuel costs, and supply chains from Middle Eastern tensions. The statement was made in the context of ongoing regional instability. Burnham did not provide specific projections or timelines for the economic impact he described.
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