The rate of inflation has fallen again. CPI rose 7.9 per cent on the year in June, down from 8.7 per cent on the year in May. This takes the headline rate back to its lowest level since March last year – although it remains the highest across major economies.
A drop in motor fuel prices was the biggest contributor to the dip in the headline rate, bringing down transport costs.
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