In this episode of From Roots to Froots, Arlyne Chinyanganya breaks down the Iran crisis and what it means for everyday finances in the UK.

We cover:

• ​what the Strait of Hormuz is and why it matters
• ​how rising oil prices hit your energy bills, food costs, and mortgage
• ​what "energy lockdown" really means and what countries around the world are doing
• ​8 practical money moves to protect your finances right now.

Resources mentioned:

— Free budget template https://mailchi.mp/b14ac8b51fe4/welcome-to-roots-to-froots

— Energy tariff comparison: Uswitch.com or MoneySuperMarket.com

— Free debt advice: StepChange.org or CitizensAdvice.org.uk

— Benefits calculator: https://iehub.co.uk/roots-to-froots/

— Free credit score check: ClearScore or Credit Karma

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