I think I've found my 2nd question for "Question Time" tonight.The Methodist Church has introduced a credit card for Lent:
The new Methodist campaign is encouraging people to consume less and live more this Lent, the traditional time of Christian reflection and life review, which remembers the Gospel story of Jesus' sojourn in the desert - when he was tempted, and rejected, various offers of wealth and power. The alternative credit card is designed to be placed in a wallet in front of other credit and debit cards to remind people to think twice before they spend. It will also be seen as relevant to current concerns about the consumer credit boom, which has been leaving an increasing number of people in debt.
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My first thought was 'what a cracking idea!' However, on reflection I can't help thinking that the people who are interested in this card are the ones in the least need. It's like preaching to the converted. Still, I'd be interested to see if this campaign does make a difference.
(A pair of scissors might be a simpler solution!)
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