Speaking on the Jeremy Vine show on Radio 2 last Friday Martin Lewis, founder of moneysaving expert.com, said: "We're spending money on unneeded, unwanted and unused goods. That's not good for our finances, and doesn't help the environment- it just clogs up landfill".
Well, of course, we couldn't agree more, although we do not support his initiative to ban Christmas presents completely!
We think that everyone should give what they would like to whom they like, hopefully within their means and without any competitive pressures....and it goes without saying that if you organise yourself well with a whatidlove wish list everyone can relish the joy of giving what will be truly appreciated, and use their holiday to enjoy good times with friends and family.
