UK retail sales rebound as motorists stock up on fuel
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-24 02:36 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
The Office for National Statistics has reported a 0.7% rise in the total volume of retail sales in March, driven by increased purchases of fuel and other essentials.
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