But the consensus among UK forecasters is that we will see inflation go higher than today's 2.8% - to more than 3% over the summer - before it finally comes back down.
In a statement, Air Chief Marshal Sir Jock Stirrup said the increase in force level would provide 11 Light Brigade with the resources they need to "sustain and build on the hard-won achievements of 19 Light Brigade over the summer - achievements of which the entire nation can and should be proud".