Global economy warning lights are flashing, says PM

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"Red warning lights" are once again flashing over the state of the global economy, the Prime Minister has said.

Speaking after the G20 meeting of world leaders, David Cameron said a "dangerous backdrop of instability" threatened Britain's recovery, and "we should stick to our long-term plan". He warned of the impact from conflicts, low growth and a eurozone "on the brink" of recession, according to the BBC. Labour said Britain's economic recovery was still not being felt at home. Cameron said "red warning lights are once again flashing on the dashboard of the global economy" - six years on from the crash that "brought the world to its knees". He said: "The eurozone is teetering on the bri...

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