UK economy slides into recession ahead of election
Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak leaves from 10 Downing Street in central London on February 7, 2024 to take part in the weekly session of Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) in the House of Commons. PHOTO | AFP
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While economists predicted that the recession could be short-lived, the data is a big setback for Sunak, who has placed economic growth as a key priority.