The UK economy returned to growth of 0.3% in November thanks to a rebound in car production and a boost in the services sector.
Official figures showed economic output rose more than expected between October and November, beating analysts' expectations of a 0.1% increase.
The Office for National Statistics also said the economy "grew slightly" over the three months to the end of November, by 0.1%.
The economy was supported by an increase in car production after Jaguar Land Rover reopened its factories following a major cyber attack in August last year. There was also an increase in services following the Budget in November, driven by activities such as accounting.
Yael Selfin, chief economist at KPMG UK, said the figures showed economic activity accelerated despite uncertainty in the lead up to the Budget.
"Despite the relatively mooted consumer sentiment so far and consumer-facing services output declining in November, there are some tentative signs of a pick-up in household spending," she said.
"With the worst of the uncertainty behind businesses, we expect growth momentum to continue over the coming months."
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