The UK economy’s recovery from recession was stronger than previously thought, according to updated data.
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed in revised figures on Friday morning that UK gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.7% between January and March.
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In May, the statistics body estimated that the economy had grown by 0.6% over the quarter.
GDP is estimated to have grown by 0.7% in Quarter 1 (Jan to Mar) 2024, revised up from a first estimate of 0.6%.
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The improvement in growth was driven by the services sector, with slightly stronger activity in the professional services, transport and storage sectors.
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This growth saw the UK economy rebound from a recession in the latter half of 2023, after the ONS previously confirmed two consecutive quarters of decline.
The economy shrank by 0.1% in the third quarter, and 0.3% in the fourth quarter.
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