The UK economy shrank for the second month in a row in October as concerns about the Budget continued to weigh on confidence.
Official figures showed a 0.1% drop, despite expectations that the economy would return to growth after a fall in September.
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that activity had stalled or declined with pubs, restaurants and retail among sectors reporting "weak months".
Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the figure was "disappointing", but added: "We have put in place policies to deliver long-term economic growth."
Shadow chancellor Mel Stride said: "This fall in growth shows the stark impact of the chancellor's decisions and continually talking down the economy."