Economists say the faster pace of price rises all but rules out an interest rate cut on Thursday.
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Cara Delevingne plays Elton John in music video
The model strikes an uncanny resemblance to the music icon in a remake of the 1973 video.
Principal banned after pupils had sex on ski trip
Pupils were left in their bedrooms unsupervised for hours, a panel hears.
Prince Andrew will not attend royal pre-Christmas lunch
It comes after Chinese businessman Yang Tengbo, who had links to the prince, was barred from the UK on grounds of national security.
Tens of thousands of pensioners might not get Winter Fuel Payment by Christmas
Tens of thousands of pensioners might not get their Winter Fuel Payments this year because of a backlog in processing claims.
Lorry firm founder Eddie Stobart dies aged 95
Eddie Stobart died in November, it has been announced.
Chagos deal remains on track, says UK minister
The Conservatives say it compromises UK security, while Nigel Farage says it has caused “deep disquiet” in Donald Trump’s team.
Groucho Club to reopen following alleged rape
The council closed the private members’ club last month at the request of the Metropolitan Police.
Met Office defends Storm Bert weather warning
The agency says assessments before last month’s storm did not suggest the severe floods coming.
Stealthing case rapist jailed over years of abuse
Luke Ford was found guilty of a catalogue of offences over a 12-year period, including the rape of six women.