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Apr 2023
27m 58s

Money Box Live: Cost of Food

Bbc Radio 4
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Grocery prices have increased by 17.1% in the four weeks to 19th February, meaning it’s at the highest level they’ve ever been recorded. This could mean households see over £800 extra on their annual food shop (Kantar). With grocery inflation being the second most important financial issue for the public, behind energy costs, we speak to shopper’s about ho ... Show More
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