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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Athena Stavrou

Starmer to meet energy and finances bosses in bid to stop household bills spiralling

Sir Keir Starmer is set to meet business leaders in Downing Street on Monday as the government seeks to tackle the impacts of the conflict in the Middle East on British households.

Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has left ships unable to pass through the key oil route in recent weeks, sending crude prices soaring and threatening economic stability across the globe.

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