And so, on 2 March, it started issuing low denomination promissory notes – the pound note was born (along ... with our free twice-daily newsletter Sign up But not everyone was so enthusiastic.

But how much is it? ALIEN: Alien language. NARRATOR: Let’s see… you’ve got one five pound note, three, one pound coins and four, 50p pieces. £5 plus £3 makes £8, plus one 50p, makes £8.50.

Watch this video to learn the process within 90 seconds. Make sure you have a crisp note at the ready! Produced by Joe Daunt More from UK This video shows how a £20 can be folded into a mini ...