UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two years

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Wise, A. (2026, November 12). UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two years. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/gross-domestic-product-ons-gdp-john-healey-andy-burnham-b1304560.html

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The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter of 2026, marking its fastest quarterly rate since early 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics. This growth was largely driven by an increase in tech services and AI adoption, with computer programming and consultancy surging by 4.4%. Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed the figures but emphasized ongoing efforts to reduce costs and support businesses across various sectors.

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The UK economy has grown at its fastest quarterly rate since the start of 2024 following a boost from tech services and AI. asserted

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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.7% in the third quarter, between July and September, up from 0.5% growth in the second quarter. asserted

product → say → quarter

It also pointed to evidence that businesses linked to AI adoption were boosting the sector. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the figures were “welcome news”, adding: “Despite a year where events around the world have pushed up costs here at home, our economy is growing, bringing hope for the future.” The latest figures showed GDP for the services industry – which spans sectors from hospitality and leisure to professional and financial services, real estate and healthcare – jumped by 0.9% in the third quarter. asserted

which → point → quarter

It was given a lift by computer programming and consultancy surging by 4.4%, making it the largest driver of GDP growth across 2026. asserted

it → give → 2026

The ONS said it found that many of the businesses reporting the largest increases in turnover are involved in activities related to AI and cloud computing. asserted

many → say → AI

This reflects a wider AI spending boom as many businesses prioritise investing in their tech systems over other areas. asserted

businesses → reflect → areas

Meanwhile, manufacturing activity helped drive growth for the production sector, particularly of computers and electronic items. asserted

activity → drive → computers

On the other hand, the construction sector extended its slump with GDP falling by 0.7% for the third quarter. asserted

GDP → extend → quarter

Mr Burnham added: “Our job now is to keep focused on what matters to people: bringing down bills, creating good jobs, helping high streets thrive and backing businesses to grow. asserted

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“There is more to do, but we have a clear direction. asserted

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