Independence
Bundesbank president staunchly defends independence
Jens Weidmann speaks out against the increasing politicisation and expansion of central bank mandates
Fears over BoJ independence as central bank bows to government
Commentators express concerns over the Bank of Japan’s independence as the central bank introduces 2% inflation target and open-ended asset purchases
Stiglitz slams ‘unconscionable’ central bank independence
Economist Joseph Stiglitz attacks central bank independence, saying conflicts of interest and recent interventions amounting to fiscal policy are unjustifiable for a non-elected body
Former Seychelles governor denies drawing double wage
Pierre Laporte repudiates claims he is receiving dual salaries from the government and central bank; follows circulation of an anonymous letter accusing him of corruption