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UK inflation: Consumer Prices Index release dates
The UK’s inflation reports are published monthly. When do they come out and where are prices heading?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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22 January 1979: Public sector strike cripples Britain
Features On this day in 1979, thousands of public sector workers downed tools over the Labour government's unpopular policy to tackle inflation.
By Chris Carter Last updated
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
UK inflation rose in December. Are we in for another period of rising inflation – or was the increase just a blip?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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What is stagflation and what can be done about it?
The UK economy is showing signs of weakness, but inflation remains stubbornly high – a dangerous combination that economists call ‘stagflation’
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
The latest inflation figures are released each month. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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ONS: UK economy grew by 0.3% in November – what does it mean for interest rates?
The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) GDP figures are a boon for the government, but what does it mean for interest rates?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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'Expect more policy U-turns from Keir Starmer'
Opinion Keir Starmer’s government quickly changes its mind as soon as it runs into any opposition. It isn't hard to work out where the next U-turns will come from
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Britain heads for disaster – how can the economy be fixed?
Opinion The answers to Britain's woes are simple, but no one’s listening, says Max King
By Max King Published
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Will UK interest rates fall in 2026? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England cut interest rates to 3.75% in December, bringing the base rate to its lowest level since February 2023. But will we see more cuts in 2026?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
