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Yahoo
29-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
What will the new banknotes look like?
The Bank of England has received thousands of responses to its appeal for ideas for the first major redesign of banknotes in 50 years. They included a high volume of ideas from young people despite trends showing they are less likely to use cash, instead preferring mobile payments. "We have had many thousands of responses and lots of interest and engagement from young people too," said Victoria Cleland the Bank's chief cashier. It released some examples of designs it has received, including a dolphin, the Sycamore Gap tree - also known as the Robin Hood tree and the Angel of the North sculpture in Gateshead. "The reaction shows how important banknotes are as way to celebrate the UK and how much we have to celebrate," Ms Cleland said. The Bank of England asked for public views on new themes for bank notes, such as nature, innovation, or key events in history. They were also asked to suggest other original themes by the end of July. "People have engaged strongly with our six suggested themes, and within these have suggested a wide range ideas, from engineering achievements to folklore and mythology to transport," Ms Cleland said. This public consultation relates to the Bank's next series, which will also continue to include an image of the monarch. The final decision on what exactly features on a banknote lies with the Bank's governor Andrew Bailey. Current design Notable historical figures, such as Sir Winston Churchill on the current fiver, have featured on banknotes since 1970 but could be on the way out. The monarch has appeared on Bank of England notes since 1960. Images of historical characters, starting with William Shakespeare, were first seen on the reverse side a decade later. Now, the Bank is proposing that designs on the next series of notes could move on to a new theme. While notable historical figures remain an option, other possible subject matters suggested by the Bank include: architecture and landmarks, such as famous buildings or castles arts, culture and sport, including food, film and novels noteworthy events in history, which could include events or movements innovation, such as technology or discoveries nature, celebrating plants, animals or natural landscapes such as rivers or coastal scenes Banknotes issued in Scotland and Northern Ireland already carry images of landmarks and animals such as otters. Euro banknotes feature architectural styles. More on this story Bank of England to redesign banknotes - and wants your help £6.6bn in old UK banknotes and coins not cashed in
BBC News
29-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Thousands send Bank of England their banknote redesign ideas
The Bank of England has received thousands of responses to its appeal for ideas for the first major redesign of banknotes in 50 included a high volume of ideas from young people despite trends showing they are less likely to use cash, instead preferring mobile payments."We have had many thousands of responses and lots of interest and engagement from young people too," said Victoria Cleland the Bank's chief released some examples of designs it has received, including a dolphin, the Sycamore Gap tree - also known as the Robin Hood tree and the Angel of the North sculpture in Gateshead. "The reaction shows how important banknotes are as way to celebrate the UK and how much we have to celebrate," Ms Cleland Bank of England asked for public views on new themes for bank notes, such as nature, innovation, or key events in were also asked to suggest other original themes by the end of July."People have engaged strongly with our six suggested themes, and within these have suggested a wide range ideas, from engineering achievements to folklore and mythology to transport," Ms Cleland said. This public consultation relates to the Bank's next series, which will also continue to include an image of the final decision on what exactly features on a banknote lies with the Bank's governor Andrew Bailey. Current design Notable historical figures, such as Sir Winston Churchill on the current fiver, have featured on banknotes since 1970 but could be on the way monarch has appeared on Bank of England notes since 1960. Images of historical characters, starting with William Shakespeare, were first seen on the reverse side a decade the Bank is proposing that designs on the next series of notes could move on to a new theme. While notable historical figures remain an option, other possible subject matters suggested by the Bank include:architecture and landmarks, such as famous buildings or castlesarts, culture and sport, including food, film and novelsnoteworthy events in history, which could include events or movementsinnovation, such as technology or discoveriesnature, celebrating plants, animals or natural landscapes such as rivers or coastal scenesBanknotes issued in Scotland and Northern Ireland already carry images of landmarks and animals such as otters. Euro banknotes feature architectural styles.
Otago Daily Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Contact Energy buys into Kaihiku wind farm
An artist's impression of part of the proposed Kaihiku wind farm near Clinton, in which Contact Energy is now a partner. Inset: Matthew Cleland. IMAGE: SUPPLIED Contact Energy is doubling down on its wind farm ambitions, after buying into a further large-scale project in the South. In March, the energy giant suffered a setback in its goal of building a $1 billion, 300MW wind farm near Wyndham after a consent panel decided it could not go ahead due to environmental and other concerns. Yesterday, Contact head of wind and solar business development Matthew Cleland said the firm was continuing to pursue that project, and had also acquired an interest in a second Matthew Cleland. PHOTO: ODT FILES planned southern wind farm, on Friday. Mr Cleland said Contact had bought Manawa Energy, which is partnering with Pioneer Energy to build a 300MW wind farm at Kaihiku, near Clinton. Each project would have capacity to power an estimated 135,000 to 150,000 homes if commissioned. He said the purchase underlined Contact's commitment to renewable energy. "Contact's acquisition of Manawa completed on Friday last week. The combination of Contact and Manawa is an important step forward in Aotearoa New Zealand's energy transition. It will enable a greater ability to invest in future renewable energy generation, enhance market security and ultimately contribute to reducing wholesale prices long term," Mr Cleland said. The latest Pioneer/Manawa Kaihiku project report said Contact had acquired 100% of Manawa, making it a 50% partner with Pioneer in the project. The acquisition was not expected to affect consents for the project, it said. The Kaihiku wind farm had been accepted into the new fast-track consenting process, the report said. Consultants had completed ecological surveys, including assessment of skinks, birds and bats. Mr Cleland did not raise any concerns regarding potential consenting challenges at the Kaihiku project. Contact continued to pursue consent for its Southland wind farm, he said. "When our consent application was declined in March, we filed an appeal to the High Court. No date has been set for that hearing yet. We've also lodged a referral application under the government's new Fast-track Approvals Act 2025, and that application is being assessed."
Edinburgh Reporter
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Two Hibs youngsters join East Kilbride on cooperation loans
Hibs Academy goalkeeper Freddie Owens and forward Dean Cleland have joined East Kilbride on cooperation loans for the 2025/26 season! 19-year-old keeper Owens joins up with the newly-promoted William Hill League Two side after impressing at Civil Service Strollers in the Lowland League last season. Cleland, aged 17, also joins the K-Park club on loan after scoring 38 times for Hibs Under-18s last season in competitive matches as Darren McGregor's side secured the CAS Elite Youth League title. Owens and Cleland will be able to continue playing for Hibs while performing for East Kilbride due to the new Cooperation System. This new Cooperation System allows eligible players to continue playing for their parent club at first team and youth level while gaining invaluable senior football experience with their partner club, therefore increasing their playing time. On the loan moves of Owens and Cleland, Hibs Academy Director Gareth Evans commented: 'Freddie did very well at Civil Service Strollers last season in what was a good campaign for them, and Dean really impressed in our Under-18s team. 'Challenging themselves in League Two, and playing for a good club like East Kilbride, is great for Freddie and Dean in terms of their development and hopefully both will now get minutes at a higher level.' Like this: Like Related
Edinburgh Reporter
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Hibs start pre-season campaign with a goalless draw against MSV Duisburg
Hibs started their pre-season campaign with a goalless draw against MSV Duisburg in the Netherlands. Chances were few and far between in the high temperatures. Head coach David Gray used the opportunity as a good chance to get minutes into the legs of several players, with the likes of Jamie McGrath, Rafael Sallinger (pictured) making their first appearances for the Club – whilst Elie Youan also returned after missing a large part of the 2024/25 campaign through injury. Academy youngsters, Dean Cleland, Lewis Gillie, Joseph McGrath, Logan Jimenez and Rory Whittaker all got important match minutes at First Team level. The Hibees started the match with real intensity and purpose to their play. There were good early touches from Lewis Gillie, Dean Cleland and Jacob MacIntyre who all look at ease stepping into the First Team. The first real chance of the game fell to Cleland after a flowing counter-attacking move. MacIntyre linked up well with Chris Cadden, before Josh Campbell picked out Youan who pulled it back to Cleland, and his curling effort was tipped over the bar from the edge of the penalty area. The German side settled and began to work their way back into the game, but did very little to trouble Raphael Sallinger in the opening 22 minutes before both teams paused for a water break due to the high temperatures in Wissel, Gelderland. Duisburg best chance fell to striker, Tim Heike. But he dragged his shot wide of the far post. Gray made two changes at the break, with Jordan Smith replacing Sallinger in goal and Jamie McGrath making his first appearance for the Club coming on for Campbell in the middle of the pitch. Nicky Cadden went close to breaking the deadlock, but his whipped in free-kick evaded everyone in the penalty area . At the other end Smith was called into action moments later – making a smart stop at his near post from Steffen Meuer. On the hour mark, Gray continued to freshen things up with Joseph McGrath, Rory Whittaker, Logan Jimenez, Kanayo Megwa and Alasana Manneh all introduced to the action. Chris Cadden, Nicky Cadden, Youan, Marvin Ekpiteta and Dylan Levitt were the players to make way. O'Hora had an effort cleared off the line from a set-piece before Smith made a brilliant one-handed save, diving to his right to deny a long-range shot from Bookjans. Cleland was played through on goal, and forced a good save from the Duisburg 'keeper. Like this: Like Related
