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Report on the Use of the Bank of England’s Transfer Power to Resolve Silicon Valley Bank UK

06 November 2024

Proposing MP
Hampstead and Highgate
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Treasury

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the use of the Bank of England's transfer power under the Special Resolution Regime to resolve Silicon Valley Bank UK.

Action Requested

The government has deposited a report from the Bank of England on this resolution in both Houses' Libraries and made it available on the Bank's website, demonstrating commitment to transparency. No specific future action is proposed beyond informational dissemination.

Key Facts

  • The Bank of England used its transfer power under Section 79A of the Banking Act 2009.
  • The report has been deposited in both Houses' Libraries and published on www.bankofengland.co.uk.
  • HSBC UK took over Silicon Valley Bank UK.
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