UK economy shrank unexpectedly in March but grows slightly in first quarter

UK gross domestic product increased by 0.1% in first quarter, but it came after a 0.3% decrease in March

The UK economy marginally grew over the first quarter of the year, according to official data, further easing concerns that the UK could soon enter a recession.

UK gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.1% between January and March, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed.

But it came after a 0.3% decrease in March, driven by falls for the retail and wholesale sector while the healthcare sector was also impacted by strike action.