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Queen's jubilee could add to UK economy woes
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[Scotsman] - Alan Clarke, UK and eurozone economist at Scotiabank, said: “I expect a drag on growth of at least as much as during the Kate and William wedding, possibly more.” In June 2002, an extra bank holiday was created for the Queen's golden jubilee.
Health club group Fitness First in loans crisis
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[nebusiness.co.uk] - Alan Clarke, an economist at Scotiabank, said the surprisingly strong growth “seriously puts the cat among the pigeons“ ahead of the Bank of England's decision next week on whether to increase its quantitative easing programme.
Guardian: UK services growth boosts hopes recession can be avoided
[The Guardian] - Alan Clarke, economist at Scotiabank, said: "This seriously puts the cat amongst the pigeons ahead of next week's Bank of England decision. "In light of the much stronger than expected … surveys, coupled with increasingly robust survey indicators on
£150m investment in Belfast tourism plan
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[U.TV] - Alan Clarke, The Chief Executive of the Northern Ireland Tourist Board, welcomed the plans. "A vibrant, dynamic city that welcomes visitors and provides them with a quality experience is vital to the overall economic health not just of Belfast but of
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