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Written question asked by Matt Warman (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 July 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 July 2015 (named day). It was answered by Damian Hinds (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 July 2015 on behalf of the Treasury.


Average Earnings and Inflation

Question

To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what comparative assessment he has made of the rates of wage growth and inflation.

Answer

The hard work on economic recovery is now paying off as people see their pay packets growing faster. The most recent data shows that, at 3.2 per cent, real pay is growing at its fastest rate since 2007.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
901134
Session
2015-16
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Inflation Average earnings
Link
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