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.
Settled over the Christmas period, with cold winds.
This Evening and Tonight:
Remaining dry this evening and overnight, with variable amounts of cloud allowing some clear spells to develop. A colder night than recent, with clear skies allowing a slight frost possible in some rural areas. Still rather windy. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
Thursday:
Mostly dry with plenty of sunshine in the east. The far west of the region will be cloudier, perhaps with a few rain or sleet showers. A cold, blustery wind. Maximum temperature 6 °C.
Outlook for Friday to Sunday:
Largely dry on Boxing Day and through the weekend with variable cloud cover. Some clear or sunny spells. Cold throughout with some night frost, and windy for a while.
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.