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People are routinely more pessimistic in their world view than they would be if they understood the statistics
Energy support schemes drive up figures as ONS report shows highest borrowing since monthly records began in 1993
“Contrary to our earlier statement, Britain sucks”
Output remains below pre-pandemic levels while other G7 countries have pulled ahead
But GDP shrank over the three-month period, heralding a likely prolonged recession
Satisfaction with central bank’s handling of inflation plummets as ONS data show more households cutting back
Visa schemes for Ukrainian refugees and Hong Kong nationals push long-term inflows to 1.1mn in year to June
Broader pictures shows downward trend as surging prices hit
Data show sectors’ contribution to economy remains below 2019 levels while personal wellbeing has also suffered
ONS data reflect effect of sharp rises in minimum wage since 2016 but confirm stagnation in average earnings
Cost of household staples increases sharply, with ethnic minorities hit hardest, FT analysis finds
Figure comes in well above expectations as higher interest payments bite
GDP contracted 0.3% compared with July, suggesting the country may already be in recession
Economic uncertainty chills growth in vacancies but employment agencies still struggle to fill roles
GDP stuck 0.2% below final quarter of 2019, but latest growth data now positive
Figures highlight effect of higher interest rates and spiralling energy bills on businesses
UK pensioners in employment at a record 1.4mn in June
Figures will reinforce fears labour shortages are pushing inflation higher
ONS data show increase to £27bn as energy imports surge because of war in Ukraine
Increase in pensioners in part-time employment could reflect rising cost of living pressures
Catherine Mann argues for rapid action to curb inflation expectations ahead of MPC meeting next week
Inflation of 13% expected as ONS rules out classifying a rebate as payment that lowers charges
Official figures show many have obtained jobs in London, but rarely in their specialist areas
Revision by official statisticians means GDP could still be lower than in 2019, before the pandemic hit
Slower rate of increase skewed by tax break changes last year as housebuilder Persimmon warns of economic pressures on sector
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