At the beginning of January we all went around wishing each other a 'Happy New Year' and I suspect that, given the current climate, there was considerable feeling behind each greeting. The Credit Crunch is has now become a financial crisis and this country, as well as many others in the world are moving into a recession which is set to last for some time. It is a difficult time for all of us. Those who are employed are worried about the security of their jobs. Others have lost their jobs and face an uncertain future. Those who are retired are finding their income restricted as savings or investments show poor returns.
Remaining rather breezy this evening with scattered showers, occasionally wintry over the hills. Turning mainly dry overnight with some clear spells which may lead to a risk of frost and ice. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
Saturday:
Drier with sunny spells in places but still a chance of showers, these wintry at times and most frequent around coasts. Not feeling quite as chilly in parts of Cornwall. Maximum temperature 8 °C.
Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday:
Unsettled on Sunday with rain arriving later, this heavy in places. Turning milder thereafter with heavy showers or longer spells of rain. Becoming windy at times.
At the beginning of January we all went around wishing each other a 'Happy New Year' and I suspect that, given the current climate, there was considerable feeling behind each greeting. The Credit Crunch is has now become a financial crisis and this country, as well as many others in the world are moving into a recession which is set to last for some time. It is a difficult time for all of us. Those who are employed are worried about the security of their jobs. Others have lost their jobs and face an uncertain future. Those who are retired are finding their income restricted as savings or investments show poor returns.