2026-06-03
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The Bank of England has launched a public consultation to select native UK wildlife for the central images on the next series of £5, £10, £20, and £50 banknotes. Respondents can choose up to two animals from three categories—mammals, birds, and amphibians, insects, or fish—from a published shortlist until 3 July 2026. Governor Andrew Bailey will make the final selection based on public feedback, prioritizing four distinct species that represent different UK environments and enhance the notes' counterfeit resilience.
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