British men 'are like Ian Beale'

17 June 2008

Many men in the UK think they are most like Ian Beale from soap Eastenders in the way that they spend money.

A report from Scottish Widows said that 20% of males believe they are careful with cash, while 17% of females contended that they regularly do not have enough money, something that may interest those with personal loans.

Just 3% of those polled argued that they are similar to figures such as Angelina Jolie or Elton John, who have been charitable with their millions.

Customer & Brand Marketing Director at Scottish Widows Mike Hoban suggested that a viable financial plan should be put in place by men so they know where they stand in years to come.

He remarked: "There's no point in saving money now if they end up simply splashing it all at once in a few years time. Putting a little aside each month and planning carefully for the future will stop them running into a financial crisis in later years."

Adam Woodyatt, who plays the character, is the only person to have been present on the programme since it began in 1985.

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