Interest rates held at 5%

The move was widely expected by market commentators as the MPC has repeatedly outlined its concerns about inflation. The move is unlikely to be welcomed by homeowners, but recent falls in mortgage rates should help soften the blow. The rate has remained at 5% since April 2008, and a further cut is not expected until later in the year despite the UK’s rapidly declining economic position. The European Central Bank also kept interest rates on hold at 4.25% despite falling GDP in some of Europe's largest economies. If you would like to comment on this story, contact: John Bakie Tel: 020 74...