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Debt warning as recession continues

02/11/2009

According to figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the economy shrank by 0.4% in the third quarter of 2009, dashing hopes that Britain had come out of recession, the Telegraph reports.

The figures show that the economy has now contracted for six straight quarters - the longest run since records began in 1955.

Meanwhile, Thursday`s retail sales figures showed that consumers were focusing on cutting back their debts and adding to their savings, rather than spending.

James Shugg, an economist at Westpac, said: "There will be retrenchment as households pay down debt." He went on to say that "the economy still needs quite a lot of support".

A spokesperson for Debt Advisers Direct commented: "In light of the news, it is important that people remain careful with their finances and act fast to tackle any outstanding debts.

"As the recession continues, and economic conditions remain difficult, we may see more people struggling with their finances and falling into debt. We would advise anyone who does run into debt problems to contact a professional debt adviser without delay."

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