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UK economy will grow by less than expected next year, OECD says

UK economy will grow by less than expected next year, OECD says
BBC Science Wednesday 23 September 2026, 08:05 UTC 1 min read
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Higher energy prices due to the conflict in the Middle East and climate change could hit growth.

Higher energy prices due to the conflict in the Middle East and climate change could hit growth.
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