UK factories suffer shock contraction as Brexit and trade wars bite - business live

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Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as British manufacturing shrinks for the first time since July 2016

UK politicians are distracted by Donald Trump’s state visit, but they really should take a closer look at the downturn in UK manufacturing last month. Our economics editor Larry Elliott says: The government has been sent a warning signal that Brexit uncertainty is pushing Britain’s manufacturing sector into recession as the latest industry health check showed the weakest performance since the aftermath of the EU referendum three years ago.

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In what sense is this a 'shock'?

Shock? 🤔

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I think HRH Prince Andrew, should whisper in Mr. Trumps ear regarding the damage been done by his ‘trade war’ with China. Mr Trump must see the bigger picture and the harm been caused globally.

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It's only just beginning!

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