<p><span>Following the publication of the Bank’s statement on 10 November setting out its plans for a demand-led approach to unwinding recent financial stability purchases in a timely but orderly way, the Bank invited Gilt-edged Market Makers, as the Bank’s counterparties in these operations, to a virtual meeting. The purpose was to provide an opportunity for questions and to gather any initial feedback. The discussion is summarised in the minutes below for transparency.</span></p>