Welcome to the Central Bank of the United Kingdom

Monetary Policy

The Bank sets interest rates to keep inflation low to preserve the value of your money. More >

The Bank contributes to protecting and enhancing the stability of the financial system. More >

The Bank issues banknotes with special security features so that you know your money is genuine. More >

Information to help you understand the Bank's role. More >

Speech by Chris Salmon given at City Week 2012: The International Financial Services Forum, London
7 February 2012 More >

October 2011
6 February 2012 More >

6 February 2012 More >

Current Bank Rate	0.5%
View decisions and minutes	Next due: 9 February 2012
Quantitative Easing Asset Purchase Programme	£275 bn
More information	Next due: 9 February 2012
Current Inflation	4.2%
	Next due: 14 February 2012
Inflation Target	2.0%
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