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UK growth upgraded but energy prices and rates to bite in 2027

The organisation's latest report, which is closely watched by the government, said the UK economy would expand by 1.3% in 2026, up from the 1% it predicted in July, before slowing in 2027.

BBC News3 sources1 min readFiled October 13, 2026

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