UK 06-12-2002 Interest rates: mixed reaction for Bank of England as ECB is applauded. Manufacturers attacked the Bank of England yesterday for holding interest rates at 4 per cent for the 13th successive month – but business and mortgage lenders broadly welcomed the decision.…… 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