UK economy expands as GDP rises by 0.1% in August ahead of crucial budget

Manufacturing and health sectors boost growth but ONS revises down figures for July

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The UK economy expanded by 0.1% in August, according to official figures, giving a lift to Rachel Reeves before next month's crucial budget.

A boost from the manufacturing sector helped the economy improve along with a strong performance by the health sector.