Vegans Angered as Bank of England to Keep Animal Fat in Banknotes
The Bank of England has announced it will continue to use plastic banknotes containing traces of animal fat, in a move that is likely to outrage animal rights activists.
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Pound Falls Three Cents on the Dollar in Wake of General Election Uncertainty
The pound fell sharply after Britain’s election saw the Conservatives lose their majority in parliament, raising questions about the next government’s ability to lead the talks to leave the European Union.
Pound Jumps to Highest Level in Six Months After Election Called
LONDON (AP) — The British currency has jumped to its highest level in half a year on the news that the country will hold an election that’s likely to strengthen the government’s mandate in its Brexit talks.
Sterling on Course for Best Day Since 2008 after May Speech
Sterling saw its biggest gains since the 2008 financial crisis on Tuesday as Prime Minister Theresa May promised a parliamentary vote on Britain’s deal to leave the EU and said it would seek to stay a key European partner.
Sterling Has Best Fortnight in Eight Years After Trump Boost
LONDON, Nov 11 (Reuters) – Sterling hit a five-week high against the dollar on Friday and recorded its best fortnight on a trade-weighted basis in almost eight years, with investors’ focus having turned away from Brexit and towards political risks
Falling Pound Could Boost Economy, Says Ex-Bank of England Chief
The falling value of the pound is a “welcome change” that could boost the UK economy, the former governor of the Bank of England has said. Lord (Mervyn) King of Lothbury said that fears the currency was in crisis after
Sterling Rebounds As Post-Brexit Fears Subside, Awaits CBI Survey For July
Sterling inched up on Monday, recovering some of the ground it lost late last week from surveys suggesting Britain was heading towards recession and boosting expectations the Bank of England will have to stimulate growth next month.
