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Live: Inflation rises by 3.1% in AugustThe latest data from the ONS reveals inflation rose by 3.1% in the 12 months to August.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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UK inflation rises to 2.9%The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released its latest UK inflation data, covering July.
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Live: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% today for the fifth consecutive time, but an increasing number of rate-setters are calling for a hike.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Live: UK inflation slows to 2.6% in JuneThe Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released its latest inflation data today (22 July).
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Andy Burnham becomes prime minister – what could be announced?The ex-mayor of Greater Manchester took up top job in politics after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation. What does a new prime minister mean for you?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Live: The Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% for the fourth consecutive time since December 2025.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Live: UK inflation held steady in MayAnnual UK CPI inflation was 2.8% for the 12 months to May 2026, unchanged from April.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Live: UK inflation slows in AprilUK inflation is expected to accelerate in 2026 due to the conflict in the Middle East. What was the April consumer price index (CPI) inflation reading and what does it mean for you?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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UK interest rates: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee’s latest bank rate decision was announced today
By Sam Walker Last updated
