Inflation figures a nightmare for families and public services, says UNISON

Commenting on the latest consumer prices index (CPI) inflation figures today (Wednesday), UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said:“This is the stuff of nightmares. Households already feeling the pinch will be aghast at this latest hike in living costs.“For many low and middle earners, food, energy and transport are quickly becoming unaffordable luxuries.“Record numbers of workers are leaving the labour market and employers are struggling to fill vacancies.