The Metro: Cost of living rises by nearly 10% after the latest increase in inflation, new figures have confirmed.

The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation surged to 9.4% in June, up from 9.1% in May, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said.

That is the highest level since February 1982 – and will add further pain to households struggling to keep up with their bills amid a major squeeze on incomes.

Fuel prices are one of the biggest contributors to the rise, experts say

Cost of living rises again with prices increasing at fastest rate in 40 years

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