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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Albert Toth

Inflation drop ‘badly-timed’ for benefit claimants as next increase revealed

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Inflation has dropped below 2 per cent for the first time in over three years, raising hopes that the Bank will cut interest rates in November. The decrease exceeded many economist predictions, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) falling to 1.7 per cent

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