UK plans for possible food shortages as Iran conflict threatens CO2 and supply routes
Government plans for a worst‑case scenario — including Strait of Hormuz closure and CO2 supply breakdowns — warn of potential shortages of chicken, pork and other food, and rising prices; contingency steps include restarting a UK CO2 plant.
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UK government planners
Serious but responsible planning that strengthens national resilience, provided it is paired with clear communication and faster moves to cut structural dependence on fragile supply chains.
Cost-conscious consumers & industry
Planning for worst‑case CO2 and trade shocks is sensible, but any measures must focus on keeping chicken, pork and basic foods affordable, not adding new costs or heavy-handed controls that risk pushing prices even higher for households and businesses.
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