There is an argument that such an increase in consumption might stimulate a bit of investment too. It really depends on what low-income households spend their cash on - if it's supermarket food,… (View Post)

Yep, same where I grew up. We cleared the pavement in front of the house (and for elderly neighbours for £10 and a hot chocolate) and used the grit bins for the road. The council would come round eve… (View Post)

It's not the speeding that kills you; suddenly stopping is the problem. (View Post)

Well, they'd be breaking the first rule of criminality - only break one rule at a time. Why bring attention to yourself by working on a Sunday? It's a bit like people doing 100mph on the M7… (View Post)

Breakfast clubs are a nifty form of childcare, plugging the gap between the 8am and the start of school. If both your parents have a long commute, or work shifts, they are really important. Of course… (View Post)