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The FED & the Economy

UK inflation rises to 3.1% in August on motor fuel costs

Official figures put UK consumer prices at 3.1% in August, up from 2.9% in July, with motor fuel the largest contributor.

Nadia Okonkwo
Fed & Economy Correspondent
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UK inflation rose to 3.1% in August 2026 from 2.9% in July, with motor fuel the largest contributor to the increase, according to official figures.[2]