Name: Jamie Shaw
Age: 20
Job: Singer

Jamie Shaw, a young man with a big talent, is only nineteen, and yet can already look back on a busy and successful career. He signed his first record deal at the age of 12, released his first album at 13 and had already scored two top ten hit singles before the age of 17. His brand new single, ‘Different’ is pure pop brilliance!

How much pocket money did you get when you were younger?
£10 a week.

Did you get more or less than your siblings/friends?
The same amount as my friends.
Were you better at spending or saving?
Spending but I spent wisely. I loved to buy CD’s & Clothes.

What did you save your money in?
I didn’t save when I was a teenager.

What did you spend your pocket money on?
CD’s, Clothes & going out with friends to the cinema.

Did you ever ask your parents for a raise?
No I was grateful with what I had.

What was the most expensive item you ever bought with your pocket money?
A Jacket from Topshop.

When did you open your first bank account and why?
When I was 13 as I had my first record conrtact and it stayed there.

Do you have any money or savings tips for OINK! readers?
Just spend money on what you need and not what you want!!! Which I have just learned.

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