Record food price rises keep inflation above 10%

The highest food price rise in 45 years has spurred inflation to remain above 10%

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UK inflation remained in double-digits in March after it fell less than expected.

Consumer prices rose by an annual 10.1%, the Office for National Statistics said, down from 10.4% in February. Despite the government’s attempt to push inflation down, soaring food prices means inflation has not pushed inflation down. The price of food and non-alcoholic drinks jumped 19.1% in the month - the largest rise since August 1977.

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Tom Higgins

Tom is a journalist and writer with an interest in sustainability, economic policy and pensions, looking into how personal finances can be used to make a positive impact. He graduated from Goldsmiths, University of London, with a BA in journalism before moving to a financial content agency. 

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