Political crisis and economic hardship often go hand in hand. Today, as Westminster watchers turn their attention to Prime Minister’s Questions, millions of families across the country are counting the cost of higher prices.
Inflation rose to 10.1 per cent in September, equalling a 40-year high. More worryingly still, the rise in prices is being driven by the higher cost of food. This hits the poorest hardest, as those less well off spend a greater proportion of their income on groceries.
