Mr MoneyJar

Visit the link below to have your say on what should go on the new British banknotes:

https://app.keysurvey.co.uk/f/41844465/6049

Banknotes issued by the are set to get their first redesign in more than half a century and the BoE wants to hear from you!

The new theme is nature, and the Bank has shortlisted 18 different animals to choose from, to narrow down to a final 4.

Which animal will you choose?

Thanks to Victoria Cleland, Chief Cashier at the Bank of England for the opportunity!

Mr MoneyJar

10 million UK savers say they want to learn more about investing 🐿️

So I headed to Manchester to chat to some people about how they first got started investing, as part of the Invest For The Future Campaign.

People start investing for many different reasons, but the common thread is that investing is for everyone, and it is never too late to start!

How did you first get started investing? Or are you yet to start? Let me know in the comments!

Mr MoneyJar

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Mr MoneyJar

Could games help us to learn about money? 🎮

Last week I visited the for the launch of 'Mind Your Money', their new financial education platform, which features a series of games and quizzes to help young people learn about money.

In a conversation with Sarah Breeden, the Deputy Governor of the Bank of England, she shared that games are a great way to learn about the real world effects of financial decisions and policy making - but in a safe space.

Would you like to try out the Bank's new 'Central Bank Decision Maker' game?

The Bank is running a four-week challenge from 1 May 2026 with prizes of up to £1,000 up for grabs for participants (18+).

Comment the word GAME and I'll DM you a link to the challenge!

Thank you to the Bank of England for the invite.

Mr MoneyJar