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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Henry Saker-Clark

UK inflation accelerates after Iran war drives sharp rise in fuel prices

UK inflation lifted to its highest since December after a sharp jump in diesel and petrol prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East, according to official figures.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the Iran crisis was “not our war, but it is pushing up bills for families and businesses” as a result.

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