Back to square one? Investors warn of economic 'double dip' for UK as third lockdown rears its head

Latest restrictions a 'blow to economic recovery'

Lauren Mason
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The UK economy could be facing another "double dip" as it heads into its third national lockdown within a year, according to some industry commentators, who warned the stringent measures will only represent "another blow" to the nation after the UK finally managed to secure a trade deal with the EU.

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