Quote Originally Posted by benb View Post
Folks, don't cut back too much too fast!!! Take it easy! We need to spend else the economy will contract too fast and may be doomed. If you are already stable and have a good job then just do what you normally do.

The media is frightening people too much! There is no war or shortage of food.
We need better regulations in the banking sector (e.g. loans, mortagages etc).

Cheers,

OK, send me some and I'll help you spend and support the economy.

To be honest it has made no difference to me as yet, but as soon as my wife and step-son arrive, I'm sure I will notice it.
I have been "supporting the economy" spending quite a bit lately, getting the house ready etc., but that will stop soon.

I have noticed the sharp rise in prices for some things, but with just the two of us in the house at the moment, it doesn't make much difference.

My biggest worry is investments, I've split it between different banks, but I don't think any of them are as safe as under-the-mattress!