The Conservatives have criticized the government for fueling inflation as UK price rises hit a six-month high. Shadow Cabinet Office minister Alex Burghart pointed to above-inflation pay increases and recent budget decisions as key contributors. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner countered by highlighting the previous high inflation rates under the Conservative leadership of Liz Truss. The debate comes as the UK’s inflation rate saw an increase to 2.3% in October, raising concerns over the economic impact of government policies.