The level of inflation for the 12 months to July was 3.8% - this is higher than the 3.6% that was recorded in June. The majority of economists forecast inflation would hit 3.7% in July.

Lucy Connolly, who was jailed for inciting racial hatred in the aftermath of the Southport terror attack, is reportedly set to be released from prison. Connolly, the wife of Conservative councillor ...