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A leading debt management company is reporting a rise in the numbers of its customers who cite loss of sleep as a direct result of debt anxiety as a major catalyst for contacting the company for help.
Annual average household expenditure is estimated to be £35,978. The corresponding figure for a household where the main occupant is 65 – 74 is £23,711 and £15,139 where they are aged 75 and over
A third of workers are more likely to go into work ill because of the economic downturn, a survey reveals. The study of 1,600, found that 30 per cent of workers are now more inclined to go to work sick as a result of the current economic climate. Around half of those choosing to turn up for duty while sick said the most important factor in their decision was job security.
With the recent Macmillan study showing cancer sufferers and their families are 20 times more likely to ask for help about financial issues, than about death and dying, Chartis Direct reports increased interest in its unique cancer insurance products WellWoman and CancerCare, which give cash payouts on diagnosis of cancer. Edition 23 24-07-2011
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Eco News Weekly Round Up 21-02-2010
Eco Money Saving Advice - Fresh from London Fashion Week, this week’s Eco News is a special edition focussed on Affordable Eco Fashion. Instead of buying clothes that wear out in two years, buy a quality eco garment that’s designed to last for years, saving you money in the long run. 22-02-2010
 Eco News Weekly Round Up 21-02-2010
Hi, I’m Atul Srivastava. Welcome to Eco News! This is where I’ll give you top tips and information, as well as regular advice to help you save money and the environment. www.ecoexpert.tv Follow me each day on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ecoexperttv
Eco Entertainment
Check out Estethica at London Fashion week last year, and look out for video reports of Estethica 2010 coming soon: www.youtube.com/watch?v=awwA2xXT1I8
Forthcoming Events Events
London Fashion Week continues until 24 February. Check out Estethica at Somerset House, the exhibition of eco money saving fashion. Further details at:
www.londonfashionweek.co.uk/content.aspx?CategoryID=523
Feature Article of the Week
10 Eco Money Saving Fashion Designers
Eco Fashion may sometimes be slightly more expensive, but it tends to be more durable. Eco fashion saves you money in the long term. Read the full article at: http://ecoexperttv.blogspot.com/2010/02/10-eco-money-saving-fashion-designers.html
Endangered Animal of the Week: Wensleydale
Wensleydale sheep are now endangered as they are too large to fit in modern ovens. Read more at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wensleydale_(sheep)
Word of the Week: Upcycling
‘Upcycling’ gives old products more value, not less. Read more at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Upcycling
Debate of the Week: Affordable Eco Fashion?
Does it make sense to pay more for durable eco fashion, in the hope that it lasts decades longer than your usual Top Shop purchases? What do you think? Let me know on my forum hosted by Moneyagonyaunt.com: http://tinyurl.com/ecoexpert
3 Affordable Eco Fashion Designers
There were interesting interconnections between eco designers at London Fashion Week. Here are 3 that all use wool from Wensleydale sheep, making them useful and thereby saving them from extinction!
www.thenorthcircular.com
The North Circular use Wensleydale sheep wool and other materials sourced within the UK. Their cashmere garments are up to £150 cheaper than you’ll find on the high street.
www.izzylane.com
Even if you forget about fashion, Izzy Lane is making an essential contribution to global biodiversity. They look after Wensleydale sheep and save them from extinction.
www.beautiful-soul.co.uk
Not only does Beautiful Soul use Wensleydale sheep wool, they also do innovative eco jewellery, such as a striking pair of earrings made from recycled bicycle inner tubes.
3 Affordable Eco Accessory Designers
www.joannacave.com
Joanna Cave converted to being ethical, and found she didn’t need to increase her prices. 90% of her materials are recycled. For example, she found that recycled silver is the same price as buying it new.
www.ninadolcetti.com
These shoes are hand-made in London with recycled materials sourced in the UK. Heels are formed from sustainably sourced cork and wood, and soles comprise largely of recycled leather. The curvy collection has recently introduced vegetable tanned leathers.
www.elvisandkresse.com
Famous for having Cameron Diaz wear a belt made from recycled fire hoses, Elvis & Kresse Arts have stylish eco accessories in the range of £90-£300, affordable for an exclusive high end range.
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