UK economy grew faster than expected in July

"The economy, was demonstrating a welcome resilience, despite serious global uncertainty."

— John Healey , Politician

"While the headline growth figure was strong, it masks a weaker picture for households."

— Yael Selfin , Executive

"July's data showed the resilience of the economy in the first half of the year continued into the second half."

— Paul Dales , Academic

"Growth is going to be hard to come by so this may not last, especially as activity is likely to stall ahead of the Budget."

— Richard Carter , Executive