The Bank of England will put animals on its next banknotes instead of divisive historical figures, with the hedgehog emerging as the ideal choice for Britain.
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Self-appointed patriots are up in arms about a plan to replace historical figures with cute wildlife. The Bank of England…
Animals will feature on £5, £10, £20 and £50 notes, the Bank of England says, but which creatures should make the cut?
Bank of England says switching to wildlife offers a fresh opportunity to celebrate another vital aspect of the country.
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