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To think £120 a week is not enough to live on?

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FedUp120028 · 30/09/2025 22:46

So, following an abrupt change in circumstances after food, bills and clubs for the kids I have £120 p/w to live on. I have a 2yo and a 7yo.

This needs to cover treats, Christmas and social life, holiday fun (either a trip or activities) for the next year.

Is this doable, aibu to think it's not? It doesn't seem like much at all. Tips and a reality check please!

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TokyoSushi · 30/09/2025 22:49

£120 per week spare after everything? That’s loads!

FancyCatSlave · 30/09/2025 22:49

It’s more than I have had for a while, for a long time despite a good income my bills and food and childcare left me with about £20 a month. So there were no holidays or fun things.

£120 a week is enough for modest spends. But it won’t go far, no.