Digital cameras, alcopops and CDs dropped from UK prices basket

This year, the impact of smartphones and the streaming revolution has forced out the digital compact camera and non-film DVDs and CDs that don’t make the top 40 charts. — Image by Freepik

Outdated relics of 1990s Britain are being kicked out of the official inflation basket as digital cameras, alcopops and some CDs make way for ebikes, doorbell cameras and soundbars.

The Office for National Statistics holds an annual review of the consumer goods and services it samples, so that the basket reflects fast-changing shopping habits by replacing outdated items.