The Cost of Christmas: How holiday shopping strains the planet and your pocket |
By Katy Medlock & Anaïs Engelmann
Christmas in Britain has increasingly become a season full of high expectations around gift-giving, with tech devices often at the centre.
The hunt for the perfect present is frequently associated with the latest, most advanced, or most expensive gadgets, reflecting broader consumer trends during the festive period.
And it comes at a cost: British households now spend an average of £3,240 in the lead-up to Christmas. For many families, that number can feel more stressful than festive around the holiday season.
The pressure to........