The news of economic turmoil continues as inflation increased to 10.1% in September, meaning prices are rising at their fastest rate for 40 years.
The rising cost of food is still the main driving force behind the increase, as well as clothing and footwear.
As inflation goes up, it means our money doesn’t go as far it used to, and that leads to a real terms pay cut when it comes to salaries and living expenses.
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