Prices continue to climb.
Diesel prices also rose by 18.8p per litre this year, compared with a rise of 3.5p per litre a year ago.
Since late last year, prices have been rising fast as pandemic restrictions have been eased and firms face higher energy and shipping costs which they have passed on to consumers. Russia's invasion of Ukraine is now adding to the pain, as the price of oil and other commodities climb higher. Chancellor Rishi Sunak said: "I know this is a worrying time for many families, which is why we are taking action to ease the burdens by providing support worth around £22bn in this financial year, including for the most vulnerable through our Household Support fund.
"We're also helping as many people as possible into work - the best way for families to gain economic security in the longer term."
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