Bank of England comments highlight worries about energy inflation
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Bailey: US-Iran war has led to higher energy prices, they could be higher still Bailey: Ukranian attacks on Russian refineries also boosting energy prices Taylor: I judge holding bank rate at moderately restrictive level provides insurance against external risks Taylor: Remain al
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