A new poll by FT-Booth reveals strong public support for the central bank to raise interest rates as a measure to control rising inflation, with a majority of participants backing the move. The findings highlight a growing consensus among respondents that tighter monetary policy may be necessary to stabilize prices amid economic concerns. The survey underscores a shift in public sentiment toward prioritizing inflation control over other economic considerations. For those interested in how monetary policy could impact daily life, the full details offer deeper insight into the debate.


The vast bulk of respondents in FT-Booth poll say the central bank should lift borrowing costs in a bid to tame inflation