The UK economy continued its recovery from recession at the end of last year as growth extended over the latest quarter, according to official data.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.6% between April and June, in line with economist predictions.

In June, there was no economic growth recorded for the month as weakness in services was offset by improvements in the manufacturing sector.

It came after no growth was recorded in April due to an…