Are you feeling the pinch?

Sealy

I was reading with keen interest an article on the bbc asking readers if they are feeling the pinch, what most of them said was it is now a struggle to make ends meet. I thought it'd be interesting getting your views here on moneysavingexpert!

Where are you feeling the pinch?

The UK inflation figures, published later, is expected to show another jump in the cost of living, as the rate could exceed the government target of 2%. How are higher prices affecting you?

With a slumping housing market and food and fuel prices increasing sharply, consumers are finding they have less disposable income.

Purse strings are being tightened as people cut back on spending.

What single issue is causing you the most concern? Are you being forced to change your spending habits? Where are feeling the pinch the most?

http://newsforums.bbc.co.uk/nol/thread.jspa?forumID=4951&edition=1&ttl=20080617091256