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Back to EpisodesUK Food Inflation Soars, Threatening Grocery Bills
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UK food inflation could soar to nine percent this year due to the war in Iran, causing energy costs to skyrocket and disrupting supply chains. The Food and Drink Federation predicts a tripling of the earlier three point two percent prediction. Farmers warn of potential shortages in tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and aubergines without government aid. Chancellor Rachel Reeves meets with major retailers to address cost of living hits and supply crunches, but energy bill relief is focused on vulnerable households.
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