Economy
Inflation falls for second consecutive month to 6.8%
The ONS found notable downward effects from food and non-alcoholic beverages, particularly from milk, bread and cereals
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Inflation fell for the second consecutive month in July to 6.8%, down from 7.9% in June, as the energy price cap and the slowing of food costs helped drive down prices.
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