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Fri, 13 Mar 2026

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 Dharshini David: Economy on shaky ground even before Iran war

The government's hopes that 2026 would be the year when growth picks up are at risk of being scuppered.

* Eating out
* Hotel stays
* Business for recruitment agencies New obstacles have emerged, including:
* A 6% rise in petrol prices in under two weeks
* Higher energy prices threatening household bills
* Inflation risks hitting spending and growth, pushing up unemployment further