COUPLES are facing a Valentine’s Day squeeze this year — as the price of a romantic night in soars to almost £90.
Lovers will fork out £6.02 on average more than last year, with rose bouquets shooting up by £2.17, statistics reveal.
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Steak, cakes and bottles of bubbly are also getting more expensive.
And those choosing to go out for a slap-up meal will also be stung as restaurants warn menus will be marked up thanks to wholesale price rises.
Romance may already feel a little deflated — as lovers brace for rocketing energy bills and tax hikes in April.
Lib Dem MP Sarah Olney said: “Love might be in the air, but so is the financial security of so many couples.”
Last night florists and wine sellers said they are struggling to import from the EU due to red tape.
