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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Karl Matchett

Business news live: UK economy growth slows as leaders demand ‘no more business taxes in Autumn budget’

The UK economy surged back to growth in June after consecutive contractions in April and May - but overall the second quarter of the year showed the economy grew far less than it did in the first. A total 0.3 per cent GDP growth was better than some analysts were expecting, but is still slow movement overall given the government’s plan to kickstart businesses and get the nation firing on all cylinders.

Meanwhile, it’s A Level results day for college students in the UK - meaning lots of university-related financial discussions to be had as well, including student loan info.

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