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Money Box Live: How to Save for Children

Research suggests 7 in 10 parents are worried they're not putting enough away for their children, so we look at the best ways to save for the next generation.

Most people would like to save for their children but it's not always straightforward. There are questions about the best accounts, about how much you can afford - and about what those children might decide to spend the money on once they hit 18!

According to Standard Life 7 out of 10 parents are worried they're not saving enough for their youngsters' futures.

Felicity Hannah is joined by Kirsty Stone, a Chartered Financial Planner at the financial adviser The Private Office and Stephanie Fitzgerald, Head of Young People Programmes at The Money Charity to answer your comments and questions.

Presenter: Felicity Hannah
Producer: Sarah Rogers
Reporter: Eimear Devlin
Editor: Jess Quayle

(This programme was first broadcast on Wednesday the 15th of November at 3pm).

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  • Wed 15 Nov 2023 15:00

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