Economics

British Parents Cut Pocket Money for Children During Pandemic

  • Weekly allowances fell 14% with squeeze on household finances
  • A third of kids took on new chores without added remuneration
Photographer: Hollie Adams/Bloomberg
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British kids are receiving less pocket money this year than last as parents have tightened their belts through the pandemic.