GDP international comparisons: Economic indicators
GDP measures the size of the economy. Find the latest GDP growth data for the UK and comparisons with other G7 economies.
On 8 February 2018, there will be a Westminster Hall debate at 9:30am on the European Free Trade Association. The debate is sponsored by Stephen Hammond MP.
The European Free Trade Association (389 KB , PDF)
The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is an intergovernmental group of countries that seeks to promote free trade and economic integration between its members.
EFTA has four members: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway are also members of the European Economic Area (EEA), along with all members of the European Union.
Switzerland is unique because it is a member of the EFTA but not a member of the EEA.
The European Free Trade Association (389 KB , PDF)
GDP measures the size of the economy. Find the latest GDP growth data for the UK and comparisons with other G7 economies.
British people who want to sponsor a foreign spouse or partner for a visa must normally earn £29,000 a year. A review of this policy is due to report in June 2025.
Sterling often changes in value relative to other currencies. Find the latest data on exchange rates overall and against the dollar and euro.