Consumer price index (CPI) for the UK in September 10.1% Compared to 9.9% in August, the highest level in 40 years, The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported this Wednesday.
The rise in inflation responded specifically to the rise in household services. increase in electricity and gas,yes, ONS was added to the increase in food, soft drinks and transportation.
ONS director of economic statistics, Darren MorganAfter a slight decline last month, inflation has risen again, he said.additional increases in food, While it’s experiencing its biggest annual increase in over 40 years, hotel prices have also soared after falling around this time last year.
“These increases were partially offset by continued declines in gasoline prices, with airline prices falling more than usual for this time of year and used car prices also rising less than usual. big increases seen last year“, added.
The inflation figure for September is important as it is customary. calculate state pension increase in April.
“Government will prioritize”, UK Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt said in a statement today. help the most vulnerable while ensuring economic stability.
In recent months, the UK CPI has maintained a strong upward trend, bank of england ordering a series of increases in interest rates to try to curb the rise in inflation.
A few weeks ago, the British bank increased interest rates by 0.5 percentage points. up to 2.25%Its highest level since December 2008.