Gus O'Donnell emerges as contender for Bank of England top job

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As Bank of England governor Mervyn King approaches the end of his tenure, speculation is mounting over who will take the hot seat at the Bank of England when he steps down.

Former Cabinet secretary Lord O'Donnell of Clapham has emerged as a surprise possible replacement for King despite having never worked at the Bank. According to the Telegraph, Lord O'Donnell - w...

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