Group 1 - The persistent inflation in the UK is a significant concern for Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she prepares her second budget, with warnings from business groups about potential operational cost increases for companies [1][2] - The UK government is projected to face a fiscal gap of £35 billion due to rising borrowing costs and changes in welfare plans, which may lead to new regulatory burdens and tax increases for businesses [2][5] - The increase in the national living wage and employer National Insurance contributions has been linked to rising inflation, with estimates suggesting that these policies could push inflation rates higher [6][8] Group 2 - Retail and business groups express concerns that government policies may exacerbate inflationary pressures, with small businesses facing additional costs from new regulations and tax increases [6][8] - The Bank of England is increasingly worried that government policies are undermining its efforts to control inflation, particularly due to rising labor costs impacting food prices [8][11] - The anticipated increase in food prices, driven by new packaging taxes and labor costs, is expected to contribute to a rise in inflation rates, with projections indicating food price inflation could reach 6% later this year [8][11]
英国商界警告新预算案将再度刺激通胀 央行或被迫放缓降息步伐
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