Bank of England South West briefing

Join Jamie Barber, Agent for the South West, from the Bank of England for an informative briefing on the latest Monetary Policy Report (MPR) and the Bank’s current assessment of the UK economy.

Bank of England South West briefing

Event date and time

26 November 2026

08:30 - 10:30

Event address

Michelmores Solicitors, Woodwater House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, EX2 5WR


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Event details


Bank of England South West briefing

Join Jamie Barber, Agent for the South West, from the Bank of England for an informative briefing on the latest Monetary Policy Report (MPR) and the Bank's current assessment of the UK economy.

Jamie will talk through the Bank of England's latest economic forecasts and explain what they tell us about the outlook for inflation, interest rates and economic growth. The session will put the latest economic developments into context and consider some of the key trends and uncertainties facing the UK economy.

The one-hour briefing will include time for a Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to put their questions directly to Jamie. There will also be time for networking, providing an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and continue the conversation.

Event details

Thursday 26th November | 08:30 - 10:30

Venue: Michelmores LLP, Woodwater House, Pynes Hill, Exeter EX2 5WR

Dress code: Smart casual

Your hosts

Jamie Barber

Jamie joined the South West Agency in September 2020. Prior to joining the Agency, Jamie was a manager in the Bank's Prudential Policy Directorate where he developed and evaluated financial sector policy reforms following the 08/09 financial crisis. This included a stint at HM Treasury on secondment in 2013.

Jamie has represented the UK authorities internationally on Financial Stability Board and European Banking Authority policy groups specialising in corporate governance. Earlier in his career, he was a banking supervisor at the Financial Services Authority.

Matt West

Matt is a Relationship Manager at Allica Bank, working closely with established businesses across the South West. Through his Boardroom Breakfasts, Matt brings local business owners together in a small and informal setting where they can make connections, share experiences and have practical conversations with their peers.

Questions?

Contact Matt West on matt.west@allica.bank if you have any questions ahead of the event.

Your hosts


Matt West
Matt West - As a local Allica Bank relationship manager, Matt has been supporting established businesses in the South West for over 7 years.