GDP
Summer rate cut ‘on a knife-edge’ after economy grows faster than expected
The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product increased by 0.4% in May, following no growth in April.
UK economy returns to growth in May
The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product increased by a stronger-than-expected 0.4% in May
UK economy grew faster than expected during May
The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product increased by a stronger-than-expected 0.4% in May
‘Pre-General Election seize-up’ sees services sector growth slow – survey
A closely-watched survey suggests the level of activity in the sector slowed in June, compared to May.
UK economy grew more than first thought at start of 2024, says ONS
Revised figures showed on Friday morning that UK gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.7% between January and March.
Belfast identified as ‘booming’ in UK regional city report
City has fastest growth in GDP per head of 11 cities studied by OCO
What is the state of the UK economy as the election looms?
The Office for National Statistics has delivered its final set of key data before polling day on July 4.
Why did the economy stall in April and will it affect the election?
The PA news agency looks at what Wednesday’s stuttering growth figures mean, both for the General Election and the wider economy.
UK economy showed no growth in April, official figures reveal
Gross domestic product flatlined as wet weather dampened economic activity, in blow to Conservative Party election message.
UK growth outlook brighter as consumer spending set to rebound, says CBI
The business group has upped its forecasts for UK growth to 1% in 2024 and 1.9% in 2025 thanks to an expected pick-up in consumer spending.