Statistical Notice 2026/06 - Form PL - updates to definitions

Statistical Notices update the definitions and guidance contained in the Banking Statistics Yellow Folder

Published by: Bank of England
Published: 27 August 2026, 00:00
Length: 322 words · 1 min

Published on 30 June 2026

Statistical Notice 2026/06

Overview

The Bank of England will be updating the Form PL (Profit and Loss) definitions to improve consistency and alignment with the ONS UK National Accounts requirements.

Form PL collects data on reporting institutions’ income and expenditure and is a key input into the compilation of the UK National Accounts and Balance of Payments.

These updates reflect feedback received from reporting institutions and internal review of the existing definitions.

Timing of implementation

The updated Form PL definitions will be:

Published on Friday 31 July 2026.
Effective from Q1 2027 reporting period, to be submitted in May 2027.

Key changes

The most significant change relates to the treatment of tax (PL16 / PL.01.01.01 C0010 R1600). The definition and reporting guidance for tax has been updated to provide clarity on treatment of items classified as taxes on production and related charges.

Action required by firms

Firms should review the updated Form PL definitions in full once published, update internal systems and reporting processes where required and ensure their relevant teams are aware of the changes ahead of Q1 2027 reporting.

Further information

We do not anticipate major changes in reporting. However, if you think this would significantly change your reporting or have any questions regarding these changes, please contact the PL team at: DSDPLTeam@bankofengland.co.uk.

Footnote

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