The UK economy delivered a surprise boost in August, growing by **0.1%** and defying analysts’ expectations of a slight contraction.
**Healey hailed the figures as a ‘sign of resilience’** ahead of the government’s crucial Autumn Budget. This unexpected expansion offers a glimmer of optimism amidst ongoing economic uncertainties, potentially influencing the Chancellor’s fiscal decisions and providing a positive headline against a backdrop of inflation and cost of living pressures.
