Bank of England rate decision
Bank of England interest rate decisions follow the Monetary Policy Committee schedule and should be checked against the latest published dates.
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Upcoming dates
| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 rate decision window | Monday, 1 June 2026 | In 2 days | Provisional; confirm against Bank of England MPC calendar |
| 2026 rate decision window | Saturday, 1 August 2026 | In 2 months | Provisional |
| 2026 rate decision window | Tuesday, 1 September 2026 | In 3 months | Provisional |
| 2026 rate decision window | Sunday, 1 November 2026 | In 5 months | Provisional |
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee sets Bank Rate on a published schedule during the year. These dates can matter for mortgages, savings and market expectations, but future schedules should be checked against the Bank of England calendar before relying on them. This page treats upcoming entries as provisional unless confirmed.
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Questions
When is the next Bank of England rate decision?
Check the latest Bank of England MPC calendar, as exact decision dates are schedule-based.
Are these dates guaranteed?
No. Future entries should be treated as provisional until checked against the official calendar.
Does a rate decision always mean rates change?
No. The committee can hold, raise or lower Bank Rate.