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Alex Daniel

Bank of England chief economist downplays fears over inflation surge

The Bank of England (Aaron Chown/PA) - (PA Wire)

The Bank of England’s chief economist has played down fears over an expected rise in inflation, saying the causes are “largely mechanical”.

Huw Pill said that despite forecasts of inflation climbing to 3.7% in the second half of the year, it is “unlikely” to have longer-lasting effects on everyday prices.

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