One of our main jobs is to make sure you can pay for things easily and securely in the UK. So we produce banknotes (cash) and oversee many of the other payment systems you use (eg with a debit or credit card).
We also work to keep the cost of living stable so your money keeps its purchasing power. One way we do this is by changing the main interest rate in the UK.
And we regulate UK banks and other financial firms so you know they are safe and sound.
To find out more, you can watch our 60-second videoOpens in a new window about what we do. Or read our short guides to the economy and visit our free museum.