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UK Launches Economic Board Amid Inflation Concerns
9/11/2025
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- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer established a new economic board to oversee economic policy before the autumn budget.
- Co-chaired by Minouche Shafik and Torsten Bell, the board aims to stimulate growth and strengthen business relations.
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash over policies potentially worsening inflation and raising business costs.
- Business groups warn that tax increases and new regulations may significantly raise prices.
- The Bank of England fears government actions are hindering inflation control, with inflation expected to peak at 4% in September.
