Spending Habits
Christmas preparations are more important than personal finances and careers
It may only be one day of the year, but in the winter months preparing for Christmas takes priority over both personal finances and career.
UK shoppers buying ethical Christmas presents
Over 15 million UK shoppers will show how big hearted they are this festive season by buying ethical Christmas presents, according to a new survey by Friends Provident the founder of the UK’s first ever ethical retail fund, Stewardship.
Don’t waste money on overpriced presents this Christmas
Yorkshire Building Society (YBS) warns against buying lavish, impersonal gifts for your loved ones this Christmas as the majority would prefer to receive an inexpensive, thoughtful and personal gift.
Babysitting costs squeeze parents’ finances
If you're thinking of having a night out away from the kids this weekend, prepare yourself for a big bill. Booming babysitter wages mean that hiring a sitter can now cost more than the night out itself.
Brits worried about cost of Christmas
The cost of presents, parties and entertaining is rubbing the sparkle off the festive season for millions of Britons who are worried about their cash flow at Christmas time.
Co-op Bank warns against complacency as ethical sales and boycotts outstrip beer and fags sales
Co-op Bank warns against complacency as ethical sales and boycotts outstrip beer and fags sales