Key facts
- British wildlife will soon be featured on banknotes.
- A public vote will determine the final selection.
- Some believe 'animal underdogs' were excluded from the shortlist.
The Bank of England is launching a public vote to decide which British wildlife will be featured on new banknotes. The initiative aims to celebrate the nation's natural heritage. However, the selection process has drawn criticism, with some suggesting that less prominent or 'animal underdogs' have been left off the shortlist. The public now has the opportunity to cast their vote, influencing the final design that will appear on the currency.