The Government is working urgently to secure emergency jet fuel supplies for airlines as global shipments fall to record lows due to the disruption around the Strait of Hormuz. Supplies of jet fuel have dropped significantly, raising concerns that airlines may only have weeks of fuel remaining during the peak summer travel season. Keir Starmer has warned that holiday plans could be affected, while rising fuel costs are already pushing some airlines to increase ticket prices. In response, ministers are considering allowing UK carriers to use alternative fuel types commonly used in the United States, which could ease supply pressures. Airlines are at present reluctant to cancel flights, hoping for a swift resolution to the crisis, but financial pressures are mounting. The situation highlights the vulnerability of global supply chains and the potential impact of geopolitical tensions on everyday travel.