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Faisal Islam: The UK’s surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary

These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

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Reeves says UK ‘beginning to turn corner’ as growth beats forecasts

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

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Walmart says higher prices could hit this month due to tariffs

The retailer said it isn't able to absorb all the pressure from tariffs, even at the reduced levels announced.

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Faisal Islam: The UK’s surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary

These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

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India disputes Trump claim it is ready to charge US ‘no tariffs’

India's foreign minister countered Trump saying "nothing is decided till everything is".

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Welsh Water fined £1.3m for ‘negligent’ monitoring

A judge says the firm has been negligent in its failures at 300 sites across Wales.

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UK economy is growing more than expected – how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

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UK economy is growing more than expected – how optimistic should you be?

The UK economy grew by more than expected at the start of 2025. What does this mean for you?

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Ben & Jerry’s co-founder arrested after Senate Gaza protest

Ben Cohen and six others were arrested during the protest in the US Senate, Capitol Police tells BBC News.

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Ben & Jerry’s co-founder arrested after Senate Gaza protest

Ben Cohen and six others were arrested during the protest in the US Senate, Capitol Police tells BBC News.

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