Why holidaymakers face a bumpy ride

Story date: 2008-01-11 03:37:00
Added on: 2008-01-11 21:39:11

Guardian Unlimited - However, at the current exchange rates, that same basket of goods now costs £233. Once price inflation is added, the total is ... Keeping them for six months could cost up to 3% in lost interest - a credit card borrower could pay 12%. On £1,000 ...


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