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UK inflation jumps to 3.5% on rising motor fuels costs; UK approves Jackdaw gasfield – business live

The Guardian Business · 21 October 2026 at 07:42

UK inflation jumps to 3.5% on rising motor fuels costs; UK approves Jackdaw gasfield – business live

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UK inflation has accelerated more than expected to 3.5% as the cost of motor fuels surged at the fastest rate in four years, with diesel topping £2 a litre this month.

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UK inflation jumps to 3.5% on rising motor fuels costs; UK approves Jackdaw gasfield – business live

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