UK economy grows faster than expected in second quarter

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 30 Sept, 12:49 · Archive

The UK economy grew by 0.5% in the second quarter, faster than expected.

The UK economy grew by 0.5% in the second quarter, faster than expected, providing a boost ahead of the Budget. However, experts predict a slowdown later in the year due to rising energy and fuel prices.

How it is being reported

• Boost to Chancellor John Healey as UK economy grows faster than expectedThe Mirror · 30 Sept, 10:26
• UK economy grew ‘slightly larger’ than expected in pre-Budget boost to John HealeyThe Independent · 30 Sept, 08:37

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