The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee is launching an inquiry on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
HM Treasury and the Bank of England are exploring the potential of a possible CBDC for the UK. The Committee will take evidence on the main issues confronting HM Treasury and the Bank as they conduct this work. It will also examine how a CBDC might affect the role of the Bank, monetary policy and the financial sector
You can read the Inquiry’s call for evidence here
The deadline for written submissions has passed.