Thursday, April 16, 2026

UK ECONOMY GROWS, CO2 SUPPLIES RAISE CONCERN

The UK economy grew 0.5% in February, it's biggest monthly rise in more than two years.

The Office for National Statistics has also revised up its January figure from zero growth to 0.1%.

However, the figures are from before the conflict in Iran began.

Former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says his successor Rachel Reeves should have one major focus right now.

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OUT: ...energy prices.'
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It's emerged the UK government has been working on contingency plans for food shortages if the Iran conflict drags on.

Financial Analyst Kathleen Brooks says it's related to the supply of Co2.

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OUT: ...of it.'
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