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New data has shown how the cost of Christmas has soared over the past 10 years.

Festive goods rise by almost a third as households feel the squeeze

New data from personal insolvency provider Creditfix has shown how the cost of Christmas has soared over the past 10 years.

The average cost of festive decorations and snacks such as advent calendars, cards, gift wrap and a Christmas tree has risen to £548 this year - £130 more than it would cost in 2012. That’s before Brits take into account the price of gifts, social events and the...