UK inflation rate remains unchanged at 2.8% despite soaring air fares (opens original article in a new tab)

UK inflation stays at 2.8% despite rising air fares and oil prices, with transport prices contributing most to the increase, while food prices fell.

• UK inflation rate remains at 2.8% for the year to May
• Transport prices rose 6.8% annually, driven by air fares and oil prices
• Food and non-alcoholic beverages prices fell in April-May 2023