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Brexit deal could accelerate interest rate increases
The Bank of England has indicated there could be a faster pace of interest rate increases if the UK manages a smooth exit from the European Union.
Although the Bank kept rates unchanged at 0.75% this month, its latest forecasts suggest that rates could rise to 1.5% over the next three years.
It said that Brexit uncertainty was preventing some firms from investing.
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- BBC News