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Yes, potentially. Oil and gas prices are often linked, and global instability affecting oil supplies can ripple into the gas market. Many UK homes use gas for heating, and some electricity generation relies on gas. Higher wholesale prices for these fuels could lead to increased energy bills for households across the country.
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