Ben Wallace, who was defense secretary when the leak happened, stated, 'I make no apology for applying to the court for an injunction at the time. It was not... a cover up.'
According to MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis, the "Trump effect" is helping to drive down wholesale energy prices, which means a small drop in domestic bills is likely this summer.
The annual update to the UK's inflation basket is more than just a statistical exercise, as it provides a snapshot of how consumers are adapting to an economy that has left many feeling exposed.
Despite a decline in U.S. crude inventories to the lowest levels since March 2022, crude oil futures remain under pressure from geopolitical factors and demand concerns.
From October 1 to December 31, energy prices for an average household will experience a significant rise, impacting monthly budgets just as winter settles in.