[Kazanne]

Originally Posted by CharlieO

They are not backed by facts because the facts have not been gathered or published. But these days people see things as standard or necessary goods when they are in no way that sort. Food, Water, Shelter and Heating are what I would class as important but the fact is the majority of people on low incomes do not spend their money on just those things, they have TV's, iPods, Cars and many more luxury goods which they waste their money on and then they complain that they cannot afford food.

Got to say I agree with this most people i see on benefits etc are usually strolling around smoking,holding a can and using a mobile,none of which are essentials.