The price of a 450-gram loaf of bread was increased by Rs. 10 with effect from yesterday midnight (23), according to the All Ceylon Bakery Owners’ Association. Accordingly, a loaf of bread will be sold for Rs. 130 from today.

Meanwhile, the Association said the price of other bakery products will also be increased by Rs. 10 with effect from midnight.

The increase in prices comes after the Government increased the prices of petrol and diesel in recent days amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.