BoE warns Brexit could cost 75,000 financial jobs

Number could vary depending on deal

Tom Eckett
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The Bank of England has said losses of up to 75,000 financial services jobs could be a "reasonable scenario" following the UK's exit from the European Union, particularly if the result is a 'no-deal' Brexit.

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