The UK Government claims Britain is a safe haven. On the surface, that looks true. 07 Jan 2012 The global economy will grow by around 3pc this year, down from 4pc in 2011. The US should manage a 2pc expansion, while Britain and the eurozone will struggle. A West European recession, the UK included, now looks unavoidable. 31 Dec 2011 A serious global slowdown looks likely in 2012 - or, at least, that’s the way conventional wisdom is shifting. 17 Dec 2011
Liam Halligan
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the British and global economy.
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