October inflation statistics - Responses

Please see below the Chief Secretary's response to inflation data for October

The Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Darren Jones, said: 

"We know that families across Britain are still struggling with the cost of living. That is why the Budget last month focused on fixing the foundation of our economy so we can deliver change. That includes boosting the National Minimum Wage, freezing fuel duty and protecting working people's payslips from higher taxes.
 
"But we know there is more to do. That is why the Government is focused on economic growth and investment so we can make every part of the country better off."

Conservatives: Response to October CPI figures 

Mel Stride MP, Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer said:  

“Having brought inflation back down to target, we know how important it is for all of us that the government does the same.  

“What is worrying about today's announcement is that inflation is running ahead of expectations and official forecasts state these figures are not expected to improve. Labour's Budget will push up inflation and mortgage rates. 

“It's higher inflation and lower growth under Labour.”