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UK inflation rises to five-month high in August

UK consumer price inflation rose to a five-month high in August, largely due to higher motor fuel prices, according to the Office for National Statistics.

UK consumer price inflation rose to a five-month high in August, largely due to higher motor fuel prices, the Office for National Statistics said Wednesday. 9 percent in July, in line with expectations. Core inflation was also reported higher.