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Radio 4,08 Nov 2022,53 mins

Call You and Yours: What do you have planned for Christmas?

You and Yours

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On Call You and Yours this week, we’re asking: What do you have planned for Christmas? Retailers are gearing up for their so called "golden quarter" but new research from, consultancy firm, Deloitte suggests we're taking a thriftier approach this year. Their survey of 3,000 people found 59% believe they will have less money overall to spend during the festive season. 38% plan to switch to cheaper brands or stores for gifts. When it comes to lunch on Christmas Day, one in three aim to do at least part of their food shop at a discounter supermarket. Will you be spending less this year due to the cost of living squeeze? Or are you determined to celebrate as before? Email us to let us know: [email protected] PRESENTER: WINIFRED ROBINSON PRODUCER: TARA HOLMES

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