6 h. ago What 3.8% rise in inflation means for your supermarket bills

The level of inflation for the 12 months to July was 3.8% - this is higher than the 3.6% that was recorded in June. The majority of economists forecast inflation would hit 3.7% in July.

Economics

7 h. ago Surprise inflation hike: Here's how much rail fares might rise next year in Scotland

ScotRail passengers may again see lower rise than for cross-Border operators

Economics

23 h. ago How much could Tube fares rise in London off the back of spiking inflation rates?

Tube journeys from Zones 1-4 could increase by up to 30p next year as TfL fares are set to rise above inflation rates until 2030

Economics

24 h. ago Inflation rises again – but how much have everyday items risen in price in 20 years?

UK inflation jumped 3.8 per cent in July, the highest since January 2024, resulting in even more financial pressure

Economics

25 h. ago Inflation rises again – but how much have every day items risen in price in 20 years?

UK inflation jumped 3.8 per cent in July, the highest since January 2024, resulting in even more financial pressure

Economics

25 h. ago Why inflation has risen above expectations – and what it means for you

Rachel Reeves has said there is ‘more to do to ease the cost of living’ following the latest figures

Economics

26 h. ago DWP PIP claimants could see monthly payments rise to almost £800

The DWP has confirmed that Personal Independence Payment (PIP) will continue to rise in line with September's inflation rate, with the relevant figures expected in mid-October

Economics

27 h. ago Why has inflation risen and what does it mean for households?

July’s inflation rate of 3.8% means that if an item cost £100 a year ago, it would now cost £103.80.

Economics

28 h. ago Inflation: UK rate rises to 3.8%, what is it, and what does it mean for mortgages, borrowing, and spending?

Households face pricier food, fuel and travel as experts warn the squeeze could drag into 2026 ✈️

Economics

29 h. ago Train passengers face potential ticket price rise of 5.8% after inflation update

Train fares went up in England by 4.6% in March this year - this applied to regulated rail fares, such as season, anytime day, off-peak and super off-peak tickets

Economics

30 h. ago UK inflation rises again in new misery for households as costs rise

Inflation shows how the price of goods and services have changed over time with new data published every month by the Office for National Statistics.

Economics

30 h. ago School holidays blamed as interest rate rises more than expected

Most economists had been forecasting inflation to rise to 3.7%

Politics

30 h. ago Inflation live: UK rate rises to 3.8% as latest ONS figures released

New figures reveal highest rate of inflation since January 2024

Economics

30 h. ago Inflation rises highest level since January 2024 in cost of living blow

"The main driver was a hefty increase in air fares"

Economics

30 h. ago UK inflation rises to 3.8% in July as rail passengers face crippling 5.8% fares rise next year

Retail Prices Index measure of inflation is revealed to have shot up from 4.4% in June to 4.8% in July

Economics

30 h. ago UK inflation rises by more than expected as summer travel bumps up air fares

Consumer Prices Index inflation increased to 3.8% in July, from 3.6% in June, the Office for National Statistics said.

Economics

30 h. ago UK inflation rises by more than expected to 3.8% amid higher food prices

Annual July rate all but rules out possibility of a further Bank of England interest rate cut this yearBusiness live – latest updatesInflation rose again last month, to a higher than expected 3.8%, amid higher food and fuel prices, adding to fears that the Bank of England will delay further interest rate cuts.Figures showed the annual rate as measured by the consumer price index (CPI) climbed from June’s 3.6% reading, sitting above the central bank’s 2% target for the 10th consecutive month. Continue reading...

Economics

32 h. ago Inflation latest: Cost of living expected to rise again in key figures released today

CPI inflation widely expected to have increased to 3.7%

Economics

33 h. ago Filthiest household item 'dirtier than your toilet' as GP issues stark warning

Brits are warned to keep an eye on certain household items used every day as they may contain thousands of harmful germs and bacteria despite keeping them 'clean'

Events

50 h. ago West Lothian town rallies together to save gala day after vandals strike

Residents of Armadale were devastated when several rented items were damaged by a handful of youths at the gala day in June.

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