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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said output fell by 0.1 per cent in October

The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product contracted 0.1% in October.

The data was published by the Office for National Statistics

Nearly 1 million young people aged 16–24 – almost one in seven – are now classified as “Neet” (not in employment, education or training), according to the Office for National Statistics. The rate has risen steadily since 2022, and growth is concentrated among young men.

The prime minister spelt out the betrayal of Brexit voters by the Tories after new figures revealed immigration reached a record high of more than 900,000 in 2023

Migration estimates typically undergo a number of revisions as more data becomes available.

IN FOCUS: They earn big pay cheques, but between bills and the rising cost of living, are struggling to pay for their remodelled kitchens and one-bedroom flats. And that, believe it or not, will have dire consequences for the rest of us, writes Maira Butt

Retail sales volumes, which measure the quantity bought, decreased by 0.7% in October, the Office for National Statistics said.

Experts have also warned that Wednesday’s jump in inflation could bring further headaches for mortgage borrowers.

Experts warn that Wednesday’s jump in inflation could bring further headaches for mortgage borrowers

The Office for National Statistics said Consumer Prices Index inflation rose to 2.3% for October, from 1.7% in the previous month.