fatlazymummy - ok, I agree - she will probably get another job or two and I doubt she is struggling with the mortagage or the cost of petrol, but losing a job is losing a job.
It is soul-destroying, relationship wrecking, family breaking, financially ruining and damaging for society. Losing a job is not funny whoever you are.
If in doubt, I will check with my friend who is currently undergoing treatment following his suicide attempt after losing his job.
Yes, I know Chezza's position is not that of an ordinary bod on the street, but it certainly ain't funny.