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UK economy shrinks for the second month in October

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UK economy shrinks for second month in a row in October despite expectations that the economy would return to growth.

The Office for National Statistics said activity had stalled or declined with pubs, restaurants and retail among sectors reporting " weak months " The economy has grown just once over the past five months , ONS figures show.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the figure was "disappointing" but added: "We have put in place policies to deliver long-term growth".

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