UK to Lose 163,000 Jobs in 2026 from Iran War
A new report warns that Britain will lose 163,000 jobs this year, a 0.4% decline, driven by the Iran war's impact on energy prices, supply chains, and spending.
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Britain faces 163,000 job losses in 2026 due to the Iran war, with South Wales and the Humber hit hardest. Energy price rises and supply chain disruption drive manufacturing and construction cuts.
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