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UK economy slows as political unrest, Mideast war bite

Britain’s economy slowed in Q2 2026 due to domestic political changes and the US-Iran war. Discover how the UK economy is impacted and what’s next. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-economy-slows-as-political-unrest-mideast-war-bite/

UK economy slows as political unrest, Mideast war bite

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