Davos 2011: Soros warns UK cuts could cause recession

Financial crisis of 2008 avoidable, says US inquiry

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12297002


Well it was clear years ago who was to blame. Bankers asked politicians for these changes.

One in three rely on credit cards to make ends meet

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/pers ... -meet.html

best tip


buy the only winning ticket on a triple rollover euro millions lottery ticket. Problems solved!

Any tips on how to do that?

Highest fixed rate mortgages for six months

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/pers ... onths.html

How to cut the cost of your half-term holiday

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/ ... liday.html

1. Book early – the earlier you book for school holiday dates, the better the chance of getting the destination and accommodation of your choice with an offer price or early booking discount. Once you have found the best price you can using price comparison as part of your search, then be cheeky and ask for additional money off when you make your booking. The earlier you book, then the better the overall price except when you are prepared to accept what is left, if anything at peak holiday times.
2. Shop around for offers – it really pays to shop around for deals, with the best bargains usually being found online. Use comparison sites such as http://www.travelsupermarket.com for the latest prices on holidays, flights, hotels, cruises and car hire.
3. Compare package prices against booking separate flights and hotel – It is always worth looking at the options to see if you can create a cheaper ‘package’ yourself. Similarly, it may also be worth seeing if a package holiday works better for your trip. If you choose to DIY your trip make sure that you have financial protection in paying by a credit card or Visa debit card and that you have travel insurance with end supplier failure. Only ATOL backed package holidays will have CAA protection for 'free'.
4. Be flexible with your dates – try and book midweek dates and if you can. Flights in particular are generally much cheaper mid-week. And consider destinations that are less popular where prices will be keener than the top resorts.
5. Pick your destination carefully – with the lower value of the pound against many currencies you can make your holiday money go miles further by looking carefully at the cost of living. Places like Turkey, Morocco and Egypt have seen rising costs, so consider all inclusive holidays here to manage your budget. Places like Spain and Portugal have become far cheaper and the pound to Euro level has been holding steady now for many months, bringing these countries back into the frame. Avoid long haul destinations to cut down on high APD rates as well as poor exchange rates, e.g. South Africa, Australia, Canada and the non Spanish speaking Caribbean.
Half term holiday premiums add £1,000 to family holiday
6. Don't forget holidays in the UK – cottages, self-catering apartments, hotels and holiday parks are as popular as ever, although you are hit with VAT rises this year, so book early to get the best deals.
7. Look at the total cost of your holiday – If you are booking separate flights and hotel, look carefully at what is included, particularly in regards to airline charges. Pay careful attention to baggage allowances, credit card booking fees and seat reservations as well as meals in resort and spending money.
8. All-inclusive holidays – set your price in the UK and enjoy a hassle-free break with meals, drinks and many activities all included in the price - great for families watching the budget and wanting to keep everyone entertained on their break. All-inclusive deals are proving exceptional value in places like Cuba, Mexico and the Dominican Republic as well as places where costs have gone up such as Egypt and Turkey.
9. Self-catering holidays – are great for keeping food costs down in resort. Pick up bargains in the local supermarket and cook back at the apartment rather than eating out in restaurants every night.
10. Save money on extras – don't forget to pre-book all of the little things that add up - travel insurance, airport parking, transfers, car hire and activities in resort. The savings made here with just a little planning can give you enough to fund many days of spending money. Recent research has shown that the average family can save over £600 by planning ahead and comparing the price of items such as car parking, insurance, car hire and travel money.

Tesco caps Price Check offer after paying refunds

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12860027

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Don't have kids then you can go outside of school holidays and save a fotune!

You could always do a Josef Fritzl and keep the buggers in the cellar so you can go on holiday whenever you want.

Budget changes will 'cut income by £200'

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12950889


So what would you have spent your £200 on?

Pay 200 small boys to let David cameron's tires down every day for the next 6 months.

Jon

That would have been good.

Oooo.... good one...

Labour must be cheap in your area