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Surprise inflation rise driven by food, drink and clothing prices
Figures show a jump to 10.4% in February from 10.1% in January
The inflation rate rose unexpectedly to 10.4% in February, up from 10.1% in January. The Office for National Statistics says the Consumer Prices Index rate has been pushed up by higher prices in cafes, pubs and restaurants and the cost of food and clothing.
The 91热爆's Business Editor Simon Jack speaks to Minette Batters, President of National Farmers Union, and Karen Ward, Chief Market Strategist EMEA at J.P. Morgan Asset Management.
Today's Amol Rajan also speaks to Simon about the figures which measure how quickly prices go up.
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