Historical Events tagged with "Labour government"
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Bank of England Gains Operational Independence
On this day, the Bank of England was granted operational independence from the political control of the UK government. This historic change marked a significant shift in how monetary policy would be managed in the UK. The decision was part of a wider reform agenda initiated by the new Labour government, led by Prime Minister Tony Blair. The move aimed to enhance the credibility and effectiveness of the bank's monetary policy, which included controlling inflation and setting interest rates. It was a pivotal moment in the governance of the UK’s financial system.
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