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flag UK retail sales growth slowed to 2.3% in September due to inflation and higher bills, with retailers warning of a weak holiday season.

flag UK retail sales growth slowed to 2.3% year-on-year in September, down from 3.1% in August, according to the British Retail Consortium. flag Food sales rose 4.3%, driven by price increases, while non-food sales edged up 0.7%, reflecting weaker consumer spending. flag The slowdown is linked to rising inflation, higher household bills, and uncertainty over the upcoming Budget. flag Retailers warn the holiday season may suffer unless economic conditions improve.

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