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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Anna Isaac

Bank of England governor warns of ‘apocalyptic’ impact of global food prices

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Britain faces the “major concern” of “apocalyptic” global food-price rises sparked by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Bank of England’s governor has told MPs.

Andrew Bailey warned of a “very big income shock” to households, and admitted feeling “helpless” in the face of surging inflation.

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