UK economy grew faster than expected in JulyImage source, Getty ImagesPublished11 minutes agoThe UK's economy grew faster than expected in July, latest official figures have shown.The economy expanded by 0.4% in the month, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said, whereas economists had predicted no growth.It follows growth of 0.3% in June and zero growth in May.The ONS said expansion in the services, production and construction sectors had contributed to July's figure.Related topicsGDPEconomicsUK economyMore on this storyWhat's happening to the UK economy and how does it affect you?Published16 JulyBurnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?Published3 August