UK economy grows more than expected in May

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The UK economy grew in May, bouncing back after shrinking in April and March, official figures show.

The economy grew by 0.5% in May, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said, after it contracted by 0.2% the month before.

May's growth exceeded predictions from analysts who have warned the UK risks going into recession later this year.

Growth in the construction industry and a large rise in GP appointments helped to boost the economy, the ONS said.

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