Bank of England (BoE)
UK markets say ‘no’ to mandatory haircuts and clearing – BoE
Central bank to consider industry feedback and come back with updated proposals in early 2027
Supply-side shock stuns central banks
The partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz raises fresh challenges for central bank policy-makers
Banknotes: January to March 2026
A round-up of news and salient issues that have affected central bankers in the past three months
BoE’s Greene warns of lasting inflation from Iran war
MPC member says energy prices could stay higher even after conflict ends
BoE faces its toughest test in four years
Path to contain inflation from supply-side shocks is different compared with 2022–23
Dirk Niepelt on the political economy of CBDCs
The BoE CBDC adviser discusses the social role of a retail digital currency versus commercial bank money and favours a remunerated approach
Second-round effects from Iran war could persist – BoE’s Pill
Bank’s chief economist says ‘structural change’ in wage-setting behaviour warrants caution in policy
Central Banking Awards 2026: the winners in full
Awards recognise extraordinary achievements in another challenging year for central banks
Lifetime achievement award: Mervyn King
The former BoE governor helped restore UK monetary policy credibility, played a central role during the global financial crisis, and has made significant contributions towards better bank oversight and economics
Bank of England holds rates and hints at hikes
MPC member says UK economy ‘damaged’ by energy shock as war triggers first unanimous vote since 2021
BoE takes a walk on the wild side with banknote designs
Public votes to replace historical figures with wildlife, but plans incur backlash from some quarters
More progress needed on cross-border payments – Bailey
BoE governor says G20’s targets for 2027 are unlikely to be met
Transparency award: Bank of England
UK central bank moves out of its ‘comfort zone’ with targeted efforts towards market counterparties and Gen Z citizens
Central Banking Awards 2026: second group of winners
Awards recognise economic research, transparency, communications, financial stability and more
Nearly 450 staff to leave BoE under cost-cutting plans
Central bank says it is targeting £45 million in savings this year
Governor of the year: Jerome Powell
The Fed chair has shown high levels of integrity and resolve in upholding his public duty in the pursuit of price stability and maximum employment
Stablecoins pose risks to singleness of money – BoE study
Paper explores how monetary cohesion might be preserved amid digital innovation
Rogoff and Pill sound warnings over inflation
Former IMF chief economist says markets are underestimating Trump’s long-term impact
People: Braddick to take charge at UK’s prudential watchdog
Plus: BoE also appoints first executive director for monetary policy
Book notes: Before the Fed, by Jon Moen and Mary Tone Rodgers
A significant contribution to understanding private-sector financial crisis responses, relevant to today’s lender-of-last-resort function