UK economy contracts again in July as strikes, weather weigh
- Britain's economy shrank 0.5% in July, the fastest decline this year.
- Major sectors including services, manufacturing and construction all declined.
- Strikes in hospitals and schools contributed to the economic contraction.
- Poor weather also impacted economic activity in July.
- Analysts say data indicates Britain's economy is weakening more than expected.
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