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Britons hold firm on their financial resolutions

30 January 2009


  • Just 20% of Britons made New Year’s resolutions this year
  • Of these, 34% made financial resolutions – to save more or spend less
  • 95% of people who made financial resolutions have stuck to them

New research from NS&I (National Savings and Investments) shows that only a fifth of us (20%) made New Year’s resolutions in 2009.  However changing their financial behaviour was still a high priority for many; over a third (34%) of those who did make resolutions pledged to save more or spend less.

One month into 2009, those Britons who pledged to reform their finances are sticking to their resolutions. The vast majority (95%) said that they were sticking to the goals they set themselves for managing their money. 

Dax Harkins, Senior Savings Strategist for NS&I, said: “It’s never too late to make a resolution to sort out your finances.  It’s encouraging to see that those people who made a financial resolution are sticking to their goals.  Making and sticking to targets is a great way to keep your money on track.”

Other research highlights

Age

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55 +

I did not make any New Year’s resolutions

66%

74%

79%

83%

87%

I’ve failed my New Year’s resolutions already

12%

9%

7%

6%

5%

I have kept my New Year’s resolutions so far

22%

17%

14%

11%

8%


Notes to editors

1.Based on research carried out by YouGov, between 26 and 28 January 2009, with a sample base of 2,188 GB adults aged 18+.

About NS&I

NS&I is one of the UK's largest financial providers with 28 million customers and over £88 billion invested. It is best known for Premium Bonds, but also offers Inflation-Beating Savings, Guaranteed Equity Bonds and Children's Bonus Bonds in its range.  All products offer 100% security, because NS&I is backed by HM Treasury.

NS&I products are available over the telephone, internet, post and by standing order.  They are also available through a network of Post Office® branches.  Customers can also pick up brochures for our Premium Bonds, Inflation-Beating Savings and Income Bonds at retailer WHSmith in over 500 stores throughout Britain.

Media team
NS&I has a number of spokespeople available for interviews and our experienced radio team is available via our ISDN line: 020 7602 4522.

The numbers below are for media use only. Customers wishing to contact NS&I can find details here.

Gareth Headon 020 7348 9494
gareth.headon@nsandi.com
Gill Stephens 020 7348 9449
gill.stephens@nsandi.com
Iman Asante 020 7348 9301
iman.asante@nsandi.com
Monica Del-Villar 020 7348 9654
monica.del-villar@nsandi.com

ISDN for interviews

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