The end of prosperity

According to the most recent data collected by the National Statistics Office the UK's economic growth has ground to a halt. The business newspaper Les Echos says British Prime Minister Gordon Brown must act accordingly. "The athletic Gordon Brown should take inspiration from the ... gold medals ... won [at the Olympic Games] in China. ... The Scotsman ... does not lack determination, but he has less tactical skill. ... For the grandiose achievements of the 'Team Britain' were the only bright spot for the British this summer. By contrast the country's economic performance is on a downwards slide. ... Of course the British economy is not the only one in Europe to be sinking into recession. But this is small consolation for our island neighbours who have enjoyed 16 years of uninterrupted prosperity. ... Let us hope that [Olympic champion in track cycling] Chris Hoy can give Gordon Brown a few tips. ... Otherwise the latter could become the 'eliminated Scot'."

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