BRC predicts rising retail prices in the months ahead
The British Retail Consortium has highlighted that retailers are facing “significant cost pressures” as energy bills rise.
Food inflation down in April “due to lag effect” of global conflict
The Office for National Statistics has released the consumer price inflation data for April, as the Institute of Grocery Distribution observed the effects of the Middle East conflict on food inflation.
Industry responds to Government suggestion of voluntary food price cap
According to reports, Government has asked UK supermarkets to consider freezing food prices to combat inflation as the Middle East conflict persists.
BRC calls on Government to protect consumers amid rising costs
The British Retail Consortium observed a fall in food sales in the four weeks to 2nd May 2026, stating that the food category was “hit hardest”.
Retailers call for policy costs to be addressed by Government
The British Retail Consortium has urged Government to act on domestic policy costs, as it found that 80% of people fear the Middle East conflict will push up food prices.
