© London News Pictures. 15_02_2011. FILE PICTURE. The UK Consumer Prices Index (CPI) annual inflation rate rose to 4% in January, up from 3.7% in December, as the effects of the VAT rise were felt. Higher oil prices also meant inflation remained well above the 2% target. Retail Prices Index (RPI) inflation - which includes mortgage interest payments - rose to 5.1% from 4.8%.Picture credit should read Grant Falvey/London News Pictures...
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