Probably 2 things working in concert to get THAT much play at the wheel! Mot spec is no more than 1/2" at the wheel rim.
My guess would be most is in the lower column coupling (if it's the original FAM1718 design) with a side order of steering rack mount bushes.
I'm guessing the tyre shop would have informed you if the track rod ends were duff, i'm only half surprised they didn't quote you £500 to fix it!
There's loads of posts on here about what to do about the lower column coupling (and almost as many different opinions) and the fact that aftermarket copies of the FAM1718 are made of cheese and not fit for purpose. If you don't want to go whole hog and fit solid rack mounts, I strongly advise poly bushing here, for longer life and better rack location.
Steve
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