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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Vicky Shaw

How to avoid wasting money on unwanted gifts this Christmas and what to do if you receive one

The pressure to spend at this time of year can lead to unwanted gifts mounting up (Alamy/PA) -

Many families feel under pressure to spend at this time of year – but the reality is that some of the gifts that people have spent their hard-earned cash on in the run-up to Christmas will never be used.

Parents plan to spend an average of £222 per child, according to the research commissioned by the Association of Investment Companies (AIC).

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