Now playing Next Economy Pound nears one-month high following UK election results The British Pound has strengthened against other major currencies in the past week as the landslide win of the Labour Party provides optimism toward policy stability for the country. 10/07/2024
Now playing Next United Kingdom King Charles III banknotes to enter circulation in June 2024 New banknotes will be issued solely to substitute worn ones and to accommodate any rise in demand for banknotes. 21/02/2024
Now playing Next Culture news New game lets players crash the economy as British PM Liz Truss The PM's first weeks in office have been eventful to say the least. Now, you can join her on her currency-wrecking journey thanks to a new online game... 12/10/2022
Now playing Next Culture news Royal Mint unveils first coins to feature King Charles III portrait Britain's historic Royal Mint has unveiled the first coins to feature the portrait of King Charles III. They will gradually enter circulation from December this year. 30/09/2022
Now playing Next Travel News What does the falling pound mean for your next holiday? Trips to Turkey are more affordable for Brits at present, while EU holidaymakers might find it’s the right time to visit the UK. 28/09/2022
Now playing Next Economy Market turmoil over Truss tax cut plan 'could hit Europe's economy' The UK pound tumbled on Monday while the cost of borrowing soared to a higher level than that in Greece or Italy, the eurozone's most indebted members. 26/09/2022
Now playing Next Tech News How the UK post office is trying to save cash post-pandemic The Post Office says in communities across Britain, it's one of the few places where people can get their hands on the actual banknotes. 09/07/2021
Now playing Next Money Bank of England is looking into launching 'Britcoin'. But what is it? What would the difference be between Britcoin cryptocurrency on your phone and sterling in your pocket? 29/04/2021
Now playing Next Business Brits spent €4bn stockpiling goods in case of a no-deal Brexit Brits spent €4bn stockpiling goods in case of a no-deal Brexit. A survey released this Monday reveals that 800,000 people have already spend more than €1,000 preparing for potential food shortages. 12/08/2019
Now playing Next United Kingdom British Pound hits two-month high amid Brexit uncertainty The British pound was Wednesday morning trading above $1.30 (€1.14), in a move that many currency analysts were linking to the possibility of the Brexit date being delayed becoming more likely. 23/01/2019
Now playing Next United Kingdom Sterling steadies after parliament's crushing rejection of Brexit deal What comes next is crucial for the British economy with analysts fearing a 'no deal' worst case scenario 16/01/2019
Now playing Next world news Which British scientist should be the face of the new £50 note? The Bank of England is asking the British public to nominate a scientist for a new plastic 50-pound note that will replace the current paper version. 02/11/2018
Now playing Next United Kingdom British pound hits post-Brexit referendum high The pound sterling has reached its highest level compared to the dollar since the June 2016 vote 17/04/2018
Now playing Next Economy Pound jumps on Brexit breakthrough There was a sigh of relief across financial markets after the UK and the EU agreed to start talks on post-Brexit trade and a transition period. 08/12/2017
Now playing Next Economy UK inflation highest since 2012 British inflation rose to its highest level in more than five years for September, adding to the likelihood that the Bank of England will raise interest rates next month 17/10/2017
Now playing Next Economy British economy shows signs of 'slowdown' in latest growth estimate 26/07/2017
Now playing Next Economy Sterling sees sharp drop in value over election confusion As Britain looked to be heading towards a hung parliament over night, a sharp downturn in the sterling market had investors concerned 09/06/2017
Now playing Next Economy British shoppers spend, spend, spend in April - not deterred by inflation UK retail sales jumped by 2.3 percent on the month in April as shoppers set aside their concerns about fast-rising inflation following the Brexit vote 18/05/2017
Now playing Next United Kingdom New £1 coin is launched in the UK this month The UK’s currency will face a major change this month, as a new design of one of the most central coins is launched. 16/03/2017