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Bank of England seeks public input on new banknote designs

The Bank of England has launched a consultation seeking public opinion on themes for its next series of banknotes, with BBC readers already responding enthusiastically with numerous suggestions.This ...

Winston Churchill note dropped by Bank of England after being told he was 'elitist'

The Bank of England spent public money asking consultants who should appear on the nation's bank notes.

‘Putting biodiversity in our hands’: British wildlife will soon be celebrated on banknotes

Some say 'animal underdogs' have been left off the shortlist, which is now open to a public vote. View on euronews ...
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The row over wildlife on banknotes

The Bank of England’s decision to jettison historical figures, like Winston Churchill, from its banknotes and feature British wildlife instead has caused quite a stir. The design change follows a ...

Churchill Won't Be on UK Banknotes for Long: Hedgehogs and Puffins Could Replace Historic Icons

The Bank of England is hosting a vote on 18 native wildlife to replace historical figures on £5, £10, £20, and £50 notes — the first redesign without a Briton since 1970, to boost security and ...