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General · 20 March 2026

Iran War Threatens UK Bacon and Food Tables

Iran War Threatens UK Bacon and Food Tables

Ordinary people's favourite bacon sandwiches might disappear from tables due to Iran's ongoing war. Sharply rising energy and fuel costs make it very difficult for UK pig farmers to survive, as fuel supplies through the Strait of Hormuz are disrupted. Pig farmer Steve Mansell reports his farm in Birdham, Sussex, struggles daily.

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