Those of us facing a bleak Christmas should take time out of weeping over credit card statements to spare a thought for Andy Parks (a.k.a Mr. Christmas).

The 44 year old electrician who has celebrated Christmas every day for 14 years has had to cut back by swapping a 14lb turkey for a 9lb one and stretching a bottle of Moet champagne to last for two days rather than one.

Even with cutbacks taken into account his festive lunches still cost him £150 a week, not to mention the rising cost of keeping decorations lit and sending himself gifts.

The poor guy may even have to rethink his £70,000 funeral plans; demands include having all mourners dress as Father Christmas whilst he is buried in a coffin full off brussel sprouts.

Tags: Andy Parks, credit crunch, Mr. Christmas

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