Regulatory Alerts2026-04-15
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Banknote imagery expert panel minutes – 15 April 2026
The Banknote Imagery Expert Panel discussed criteria for selecting wildlife for UK banknotes, balancing conservation awareness with counterfeit resilience and public recognisability. The Panel decided to add robins to the longlist of animals and considered options for featuring multiple species or specific habitats, such as urban environments, on the notes. The Governor retains final decision-making authority over animal selection, taking into account public consultation results and security requirements. Panel members were tasked with informing staff about animals not found across all Home Nations and checking the conservation status of nominated species.
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