Lib Dems push for BoE independence, steady inflation and financial inclusion

General election manifesto

Sorin Dojan
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The Liberal Democrats have pledged to protect the independence of the Bank of England, keep inflation at 2% and introduce a national financial inclusion strategy ahead of the general election on 4 July.

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