Inflation rate: How it affects you, beer and bacon sandwiches

If you feel like your money’s not going as far as it used to - you’re right, and there’s a reason for that.

The cost of living is going up because of inflation. But, what does that mean for you, your pocket and most importantly, your social life?

Reporter: Kirsty Grant

Producer: Charlotte Simpson

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22 January 2022