UK officials warned that the Iran war could keep prices elevated for eight‑plus months after a resolution, a statement that could shape expectations for energy, food and travel costs across the country. The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively blocked since the end of February, sending global energy prices soaring and pushing fuel costs higher for UK motorists. Food price inflation is also climbing, with supermarkets already feeling the pressure. The Food and Drink Federation, representing 12,000 manufacturers, projects food inflation to reach 9‑10% this year. March food inflation rose to 3.3‑3.7%, and the Bank of England expects the rate to hit 6‑7% by year‑end. Darren Jones said, "You're going to see prices go up a bit as a consequence of what Donald Trump has done in the Middle East." He added that "there's going to be a long tail from this." Supermarket giants such as Tesco , Sainsbury's , Marks & Spencer and Asda have called on the Treasury to cut policy costs from their energy bills, while Tesco CEO said the company would do "everything in its power to minimise" the impact on customers. The government has formed a new Contingency Planning Group to assess how best to mitigate the economic fallout, and is exploring ways to reduce policy costs for retailers. While the blockade may lift, the long‑term price tail could persist, underscoring the need for proactive measures.