The Government\u2019s Energy Price Guarantee will limit average household energy bills to £2,500. External forecasts expect this intervention to reduce inflation by around 5 percentage points this winter.<\/p>
<\/p>
The Government\u2019s Growth Plan will enhance UK competitiveness and lead to greater opportunities. By targeting 2.5% trend growth, the Growth Plan will ensure sustainable improvements in living standards.<\/p>
<\/p>
The Office for Budget Responsibility is the government\u2019s official forecaster and will publish its next forecast on the economy, including for inflation, on the 31st<\/sup> October.<\/p>"}
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