UK 06-05-2004 Bank of England raises rates – business groups urge caution The Bank of England raised its main interest rate today to 4.25 per cent, in line with market expectations. Independent economists had almost universally forecast the rate rise, the third…… Sign in or Upgrade to Continue Reading This news article is over 10 days old. Subscribe today to access all articles with an annual subscription. Become a member Learn more Already a subscriber? Log in here #bank#Bank of England#IMF#interest rates#international