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British retail sales have continued to increase for the fourth consecutive month, boosted by spending on household goods and DIY, according to official figures.
The Office for National Statistics said retail sales volumes increased by 0.8% between July and August.
Sales are now 4% higher than in February, when a pandemic was declared.
"Retail sales continued to grow, further surpassing their pre-pandemic level," the ONS said.
