BRITAIN IS THE FASTEST-GROWING G7 ECONOMY SO FAR IN 2026.

New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the UK economy grew by 0.5% in Q2 2026, revised up from an earlier estimate of 0.4%, bringing growth in the first half of the year to 1.0% and leading the G7.

The stronger performance was driven by growth across services, manufacturing and construction, alongside a sharp increase in business investment, highlighting the resilience of the UK economy despite global economic uncertainty and higher energy costs.

The revised figures are a positive signal for confidence, investment and jobs, reinforcing Britain's position as the strongest-performing major advanced economy in the G7 during 2026 so far