Rachel Reeves's CV exaggerated time at Bank of England

Published On Feb 13, 2025, 5:26 AM

The article reports on discrepancies found in UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves's LinkedIn profile regarding her employment history at the Bank of England and Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS). The Chancellor overstated her tenure at the Bank of England, claiming she worked there for a decade, when in fact she only spent five and a half years. Following scrutiny, her profile was updated to correct these inaccuracies. This has raised questions about her credibility and the implications for her public trust and performance as Chancellor, particularly in light of her responsibilities managing the nation's finances.