Debt -
Brits borrowing more - 10/03/2008
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The amount of money Brits borrowed in 2007 increased by £11 billion, new figures show.
According to the financial advice site unbiased.co.uk, the total amount if debt soared to a three year high of £76.7 billion.
The company said that for every pound UK consumers saved during 2007, they borrowed 52 pence - an increase from the 49 pence borrowed against every pound in 2006.
David Elms, chief executive of Unbiased.co.uk, said: "2007 has been a turbulent year with regards to finances. Not only did we see three base rate rises last year, but we also witnessed the beginning of the so called credit crunch.
"Consumers no doubt will worry about the impact of the financial markets and the economy on their wallets and it is great to see that savings levels have increased compared to 2006.
He added: "It has never been more important for people to take control of their finances to ensure their savings and borrowings remain at a healthy level."
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