The decision has been widely expected by economists.
Ian McCafferty, chief economist at the Confederation of British Industry, said: “The Bank must remain vigilant for economic slowdowns but unless the outlook for the global economy deteriorates or we see a weakening in consumer and business confidence, conditions are unlikely to justify a cut until the spring.”
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