UK inflation rises to 3.5% in September on fuel prices

UK inflation climbed to 3.5% in the year to September, up from 3.1%, driven by higher fuel prices linked to conflict, according to the ONS. The Guardian reports fears it could breach 4% next year.

Timeline

1. 21 Oct, 06:02 UTCGuardian covers inflation rise above forecasts
2. 21 Oct, 06:08 UTCONS confirms inflation rose to 3.5%

Top sources

• UK inflation rises by more than expected to 3.5% as war drives up fuel pricesThe Guardian
• Surging fuel prices push UK inflation rate to 3.5% ahead of BudgetBBC Business