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Thursday, 17 September 2026Lagos • 09:14 WAT

UK Inflation Rises to 11.1%, Highest in 41 Years

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The cost of living issue in Britain is becoming worse, and as a result, inflation has accelerated to the highest pace in 41 years, according to government figures released.

The Office for National Statistics released a statement stating that the Consumer Prices Index touched 11.1 percent in October, which was the highest level since 1981.

In contrast, the rate in September was 10.1%, the highest in 40 years and on par with the rate in July.

The October number exceeded the Bank of England’s anticipated peak and outperformed market forecasts of 10.7%.

According to the ONS, gas prices have increased by 130% and electricity costs by 66% in the last year.

Punch.

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