Inflation rose again last month.

The annual rate of inflation as measured by Consumer Prices Index increased in November to stand at 3.8%, up from 3.3% in October.

It had peaked at 4.6% in July but the trend had been downwards in recent months.

The cost of transport to and from the island last month contributed 0.7% towards the 3.8% and primarily relates to the cost of sea travel (6.3%), with air travel showing only moderate price inflation of 1.1%.

Groceries have continued to increase in price over the 12 months, up 4.3% over 12 months and contributing 0.6% to the overall rate.

This is being driven by a weak pound, particularly against the Euro.

The cost of meals out and drinks at pubs and bars has continued to increase compared with 12 months ago.

And there continues to be inflationary pressures throughout the whole basket of goods and services, with the exception of clothing and footwear, which is slightly cheaper than 12 months ago.

Inflation as measured by the Retail Prices Index increased by 0.8% to 6.3%.