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.
A band of heavy showers will sweep eastwards through the morning, with a chance of thunder. Brighter skies following with sunny intervals and scattered heavy showers. Blustery winds at times. Maximum temperature 13 °C.
Tonight:
Scattered showers this evening, then mostly dry at first overnight. Turning wet and windy by the morning with strong southerly winds developing in coastal regions. Briefly chilly then milder later. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
Tuesday:
A windy and occasionally wet day with periods of rain, heavy at times. Some drier periods are likely, especially during the afternoon. Very mild. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday:
Remaining unsettled and mild throughout this period. Further periods of rain are likely, occasionally heavy and persistent for some, but some drier and clearer intervals likely too. 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.