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Bank of England to put wildlife on new banknotes
The Bank of England said the Atlantic puffin, barn owl, buff-tailed bumblebee and European hedgehog will appear on the next series of notes. It will be the first time animals replace people on English banknotes.
Why it matters
The redesign aims to raise awareness of British wildlife through an everyday object.
Background
Bank of England notes have long featured the monarch and historical figures. The bank periodically redesigns notes for security and public engagement.
The story so far
- Bank of England to put wildlife on new banknotes
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Sources
- BBC News ↗October 8, 2026
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