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Computer programming and consultancy services in particular contributed to overall growth (generic photo)

ByTom Espiner, Raphael Sheridan, Nick Edser and Anuk Weerawardana, Business reportersUpdated 47 minutes ago

The UK economy grew at its fastest rate for more than two years in the three months to September.

Between July and September, the economy expanded by 0.7%, accelerating from the previous three months, official figures, external show.