UK Economy Disappoints in 2025 After ‘Subdued’ Year-End Growth

UK Economy Disappoints in 2025 After ‘Subdued’ Year-End Growth
The fourth quarter figures meant the economy grew by 1.3% overall in 2025 Alamy/PA
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Britain’s economy stuttered to a near-halt at the end of 2025 as budget uncertainty and a lacklustre performance in December saw it record meagre growth in the final three months.

Official figures showed gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.1% in the fourth quarter, following growth of 0.1% in the previous three months.