UK inflation lifted to its highest since December after a sharp jump in diesel and petrol prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East, according to official figures.Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the Iran crisis was 'not our war, but it is pushing up bills for families and businesses' as a result.The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation increased to 3.3% in March from 3% in February, the Office for National Statistics said.

UK inflation lifted to its highest since December after a sharp jump in diesel and petrol prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East, according to official figures.Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the Iran crisis was 'not our war, but it is pushing up bills for families and businesses' as a result.The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation increased to 3.3% in March from 3% in February, the Office for National Statistics said.