date:Sep 25, 2023
ghts and cold snaps in Europe and North Africa, which led to higher imported food prices were behind this rise, according to the ONS.
Last month, a drop in meat, cooking oil and potato prices drove food inflation, according to the BRC.
The surprise inflation could impact bank interest rates as well. Tomorrow, the Bank of England will announce its decision on the possibility of raising the interest rates amid its inflation battle.