Brits put brakes on spending as retail growth slows

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Food was the main driver of growth, supported by a run of bank holidays and seasonal events including football tournaments

Retail spending growth has slowed to its slowest rate so far this year, with Brits holding back on ‘non-essential’ items due to concerns over the economy.

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