THE UK economy grew by 15.5% in the three months to September as it continues to recover from coronavirus.

However, gross domestic product (GDP) is still down 8.2% compared to pre-pandemic levels.

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On a monthly basis, GDP grew by 1.1% in September – its fifth consecutive increase, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

The UK economy grew by 2.1% in August after it was boosted by the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.

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