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Phil Spence Proposes Raising Premium Bond Limits for Funding

9/18/2025

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Phil Spence proposes a financial strategy for the UK government to increase the maximum holding limit on premium bonds.
Currently, £130 billion is invested in premium bonds, yielding 3.6% interest for citizens.
Raising the limit could provide substantial funds for the government, reducing reliance on foreign lenders.
Spence emphasizes the government's funding needs over potential objections from UK banks.
The letter presents a left-leaning view on economic policy.

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Phil Spence proposes a financial strategy for the UK government to increase the maximum holding limit on premium bonds.
Currently, £130 billion is invested in premium bonds, yielding 3.6% interest for citizens.
Raising the limit could provide substantial funds for the government, reducing reliance on foreign lenders.
Spence emphasizes the government's funding needs over potential objections from UK banks.
The letter presents a left-leaning view on economic policy.