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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Alex Ross and Joe Middleton

UK inflation - live: Rise to 2.2% for the first time this year deals blow to interest rate cut next month

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UK inflation rose to 2.2 per cent in July, marking the first increase this year and increasing the chances the Bank of England keep interest rates at the same level when they meet next month.

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