Q: How much pocket money did you get when you were younger?

MO: I can’t really remember but maybe about £5 a week. I always got 50p sweet money though on a Sunday.

Q: Did you get more or less than your siblings / friends?

MO: I think less than some, more than others.

Q: Were you better at spending or saving?

MO: Definitely spending!

Q: Why?

MO: I was a big fan of chocolate in all different shapes and sizes.

Q: What did you save your money in?

MO: I had a piggybank, but it wasn’t ever full! When I got a bit older, maybe around 14, I got better at saving and used to keep my spare change in a huge bottle.

Q: What did you spend your pocket money on?

SM: Football magazines, buses to and from my friends’ houses and trips to the cinema.

Q: Did you ever ask your parents for a raise?

MO: No, but I think as I got older they did give me more. I also had a newspaper round aged around 13 and worked in a clothes shop from the age of 14 which gave me about £20 a week.

Q: What was the most expensive item you ever bought with your pocket money?

MO: Probably a game for my computer. They used to cost around £8.99 back then!

Q: When did you open your first bank account and why?

MO: I opened one at around the age of 13. I had some birthday money and wanted to put it in the bank - they also gave me a nice starter pack.

Q: Do you have any money or savings tips for OINK! readers?

MO: Just enjoy yourself... and if you save 10% of everything you receive or earn for the next 60 years, then I’m sure you’ll have a good sum of money in your bank when you are retired to treat yourself to something special!

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