UK inflation falls by more than expected to 2.6% in lift for Burnham’s cost of living plans

<p>Annual June figure comes after new PM pledges to reduce pressure on households and improve economy</p><p>UK inflation dropped by more than expected in June to 2.6%, in a boost for Andy Burnham’s plans to reduce the cost of living.</p><p>The new prime minister has pledged to <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/jul/21/defence-uplift-national-care-service-andy-burnham-policies-funding">bring down the cost of living</a> to give households more disposable income and improve the outlook for the economy.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/22/uk-inflation-falls-andy-burnham-cost-of-living-plans">Continue reading...</a>