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UK economy grows faster than first thought amid service sector boost

Gross domestic product increased by 0.5% between April and June, the Office for National Statistics said.

Evening Standard · Sep 30

UK economy grew ‘slightly larger’ than expected in pre-Budget boost to John Healey

Experts are predicting a tougher end to the year thanks to soaring energy and fuel prices caused by the Iran war

The Independent UK · Sep 30

First-time buyers account for majority of mortgage sales but stretching deposits

ONS figures indicated first-time buyers were borrowing a larger proportion of the property’s value and relying on smaller deposits last year

Evening Standard · Sep 18

Higher fuel costs set to drive uptick in August inflation

The Office for National Statistics will reveal the latest rate of UK Consumer Prices Index inflation on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · Sep 16

UK economy unexpectedly grew by 0.4% in July

GDP increased by 0.4% in July, up from 0.3% in June, the Office for National Statistics said.

Evening Standard · Sep 11

Statistics Reveal Over 40,000 Shocking Deaths Due to Extreme Heat in England Since 1988

The ONS reported over 40,000 heat-related deaths in the UK from 1988 to 2025, highlighting climate change's impact. Experts warn of worsening conditions.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

Andy Burnham accused of having 'his head in the sand' as cost-of-living set to soar

ANDY Burnham has been accused of having his “head firmly planted in the sand” as the SNP say a cost-of-living “tsunami” is about to hit…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 23

Retail sales weaken in July as demand for clothing falls

The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes declined by 0.5% in July, compared with the previous month.

Evening Standard · Aug 21

UK retail sales fall as shoppers cut back on clothing and online spending

The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes declined by 0.5 per cent in July, compared with the previous month

The Independent UK · Aug 21

Nearly £300,000 wiped off average house price in central London in 25% slump, shock figures reveal

The average property price plunged in Westminster from £1,145,000 in June 2025 to £854,000 a year later, according to the Office for National Statistics

Evening Standard · Aug 19