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UK Parliament · Public Bill · No. 1025

Bank of England (Appointment of Governor) Bill

[As Introduced]
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This bill changes the rules for how the Governor of the Bank of England is chosen. Currently, the government appoints the Governor. This bill would likely give Parliament a bigger role in the appointment process, making it more transparent and involving elected representatives in the decision.

Presented by John McDonnell.
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The people's count45 votes
67% Aye · 3033% No · 15
MPs' vote483 MPs
60% Ayes · 29240% Noes · 191
The democratic gap

7% , a narrow gap

Bill passage

Commons

  • 1st reading20 Jun 2012
  • 2nd reading