The Bank of England

The history of the Bank is naturally one of interest, but also of continuing relevance to the Bank today. Events and circumstances over the past three hundred or so years have shaped and influenced the role and responsibilities of the Bank. They have moulded the culture and traditions, as well as the expertise, of the Bank which are relevant to its reputation and effectiveness as a central bank in the early years of the 21st century. At the same time, much of the history of the Bank runs parallel to the economic and financial history, and often the political history, of the United Kingdom more generally.

History of The Bank 3
Major Developments 3
Key moments in the Bank's history. 8
Governance and Structure 9
The Court of Directors 9
Structure 10
Governor of the Bank 10
Bank of England Museum 11
The Bank's collections 11
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