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Latest UK growth figures provide further evidence of a two-speed economy

Growth Commission member Douglas McWilliams has issued the following response to the GDP figures for the three months to August 2026 that have been issued this morning: “The last GDP data to be released before the Budget provides further evidence of a two-speed economy. Growth has accelerated slightly in the most recent three months from […]

UK Tech Sector Monthly Monitor – October 2026 update

In this Growth Commission paper in May 2026, Growth Commissioner Douglas McWilliams set out the critical contribution to the economy of the UK’s tech sector. Following the publication today of the UK GDP figures for the three months to August 2026, he observes: “Latest GDP data shows that not only is the growth from the tech sector accelerating, but […]

Poland should become a permanent member of G20, says Growth Commission

Poland should be made a permanent member of the G20, according to a new report published today by The Growth Commission. The report, Economic Growth and the G20: Why fast-growing economies like Poland deserve a seat at the head table of global governance, argues that Poland’s economic growth, industrial strength and contribution to European security […]

UK Tech Sector Monthly Monitor – September 2026 update

In this Growth Commission paper in May 2026, Growth Commissioner Douglas McWilliams set out the critical contribution to the economy of the UK’s tech sector. Following the publication today of the UK GDP figures for the three months to July 2026, he observes: “The output data shows that the UK’s tech sector’s contribution to the UK economy continues to increase. […]