Hedgehog among four animals chosen to feature on new banknotes
The decision follows a public vote in which nearly half a million people chose from a shortlist of 18 creatures.
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A hedgehog is among four animals chosen to feature on new banknotes, following a public vote, according to the BBC.
The decision came after nearly half a million people cast votes from a shortlist of 18 creatures under consideration for the design.
Details on the other three animals selected, the specific banknote denominations involved, or the timeline for the new designs entering circulation were not specified in the report.
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