The Bank of England has unveiled design for new plastic £5 notes

The video discusses the introduction of new waterproof £5 polymer notes featuring Winston Churchill, highlighting their durability and future in a world with diverse payment options. Despite a decline in cash transactions, the notes are seen as a tribute to Churchill and a necessary investment. The video also tests the notes' durability against liquids, emphasizing their resilience compared to traditional paper notes.

What feature is highlighted in the new £5 notes that makes them stand out?

• They have a built-in calculator.

• They are waterproof.

• They are made of paper.

• They feature a hologram.

Who is featured on the new £5 notes?

• Charles Darwin

• Isaac Newton

• Sir Winston Churchill

• Queen Elizabeth II

What percentage of transactions were made in cash in 2005?

• 30%

• 50%

• 64%

• 45%

What is one of the new security features mentioned for the polymer notes?

• Holographic images

• Invisible ink

• Fingerprint recognition

• Embedded microchips

How does the new polymer note perform when submerged in liquid compared to the old paper note?

• It remains intact and can be wiped clean.

• It becomes soggy.

• It dissolves completely.

• It changes color.