Bank of England Securities Lending Committee Discusses Market Infrastructure and Stability
The Bank of England's committee reviewed market preparations for T+1 settlement and the integration of digital assets in the securities lending sector.
By Orion Desk
The Securities Lending Committee confirmed that market participants remain on track for the transition to a T+1 settlement cycle by October 2027. Discussions also covered the impact of recent global tensions on market behaviour, with members noting that demand for securities has remained resilient despite increased focus on capital efficiency and risk management.
Traders monitoring GBP pairs should note the committee's focus on European capital market integration and the legal frameworks surrounding tokenised assets. The group highlighted that banks are actively exploring distributed ledger technology to improve intraday liquidity and collateral mobility, though beneficial owners remain cautious regarding insolvency protections for digital assets.
Originally published by Bank of England
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