Tag: The Office for National Statistics

A Day-Today store floor with the counter area, product bins close to the checkout and a staff member behind the till.

Inflation trickles down on consumer goods

Overall inflation remains consistent while some consumer goods continue to trickle down as the ONS reveals its latest data on inflation rates.
Food and Drink Federation Scotland chief executive David Thomson.

Food prices spark alarm

Industry experts have voiced concerns after food inflation hit its highest rate in over 45 years, according to official data.
A shopper looks at receipts in a supermarket

Inflation is a closure risk

INFLATION is tightening the screw on Scottish retailers, as rising utility costs, higher food and drink prices and the prospect of increased wage bills from April heaps pressure on independents.
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More focus on food price

THE Office for National Statstics has reintroduced detailed analysis on fluctuating food prices, in response to increased interest in the rising cost of living.