Shop Prices Heat Up: A Searing Reality for UK Households The latest numbers from the British Retail Consortium show that shop prices in the UK are rising at their fastest rate in two years. Inflation reached 1.
5% year on year in August, a relatively modest increase compared to other economic indicators. However, when considered in context, it's clear this is no trivial matter.
Fresh produce inflation remains stubbornly high at 3%, a testament to the enduring impact of last summer's hot and dry conditions on crop yields.