King Charles III Banknotes Enter Circulation in the UK
New currency features the monarch's portrait, replacing worn notes and meeting demand amid declining cash usage.
- The Bank of England has issued new £5, £10, £20, and £50 banknotes featuring King Charles III's portrait.
- These notes will coexist with those bearing Queen Elizabeth II's image, which remain legal tender.
- Collectors and the public queued at select locations to obtain the first batch of the new notes.
- The new banknotes will be introduced gradually to minimize environmental and financial impact.
- Despite the rise of cashless payments, the Bank of England commits to providing cash as long as there is demand.
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