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GDP shrinks as individuals cut spending

Lagarias said the UK economy will probably grow this year, versus the previous one, but expects more economic weakness in the coming months. 

“This is a result of higher interest rates, tax hikes and persistent inflation reducing real income, as well as external pressures due to the general slowdown in the global economy."

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