INTEREST rates were today cut by 0.5 per cent in a surprise move by the Bank of England.
INTEREST rates were today cut by 0.5 per cent in a surprise move by the Bank of England.
The rates were due to be reviewed tomorrow, but the Bank brought the move forward - and prompted an instant recovery in the stock market.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here