The Bank of England has announced plans to redesign its banknotes — and Sir Winston Churchill, Britain’s most iconic wartime leader, is set to be the next casualty of “woke” identity politics.

Banknotes have long served as a celebration of Britain’s heritage, with great historical figures such as William Shakespeare, Florence Nightingale, and Churchill, adorning the reverse side of notes for decades.

But the days when national heroes were celebrated on currency appears to be over. In their place, the Bank of England is considering depictions of British birds, rivers, and culture — or perhaps even British food like “bangers and mash” or “fish and chips.”

The idea, according to the Bank, is to select themes that are “less divisive” and better reflect the “collective national identity” — because nothing says national unity quite like swapping out a wartime hero for a plate of sausages and mashed potatoes.

Critics say the move reeks of historical revisionism and cultural erasure.

“Churchill was not just a prime minister; he was the leader who stood firm against Nazi tyranny, a symbol of Britain’s resilience and defiance,” said one commentator. “Removing him from our currency sends a disturbing message — that the defining moments and figures of our past are up for negotiation.”

Supporters of the change argue that currency should evolve with the times and reflect modern values. But others question whether celebrating local fauna or trendy social themes on banknotes is a fitting substitute for heroes who shaped the nation.

The Bank’s Chief Cashier, Victoria Cleland, defended the initiative. “Banknotes are more than just an important means of payment. They serve as a symbolic representation of our collective national identity,” she said. “I am really keen to hear what themes the public would like to see represented.”

But that very identity, some argue, is now being reshaped through the lens of contemporary ideological pressure. As the Bank opens the floor to public suggestions, some fear that Britain’s past — and its most storied figures — are being rewritten, one banknote at a time.