Plasma television screens are about to be banned as the EU is expected to pass legislation this spring that will ban the high energy using flatscreen TVs.
We have only just had Christmas Day, the Christmas trees are still up, we haven't even reached New Year and yet shops are putting Easter Eggs on their shelves!
Breaking with tradition, several of the main supermarkets, including Tesco, Sainsbury's and Asda, have confirmed they will be opening many of their larger stores on Boxing Day this year.
With energy prices falling and pressure mounting on the main 6 suppliers to reduce their tariffs I find it quite surprising to see British Gas offering their 'Fixed Price 2012' gas deal as their Best Buy. Is it the best option to tie into at the moment?
Woolworths going into administration is extremely bad news for the retail industry, but it may trigger a pre Christmas bonanza for shoppers seeking bargains.
It seems likely that the government will reduce VAT by 2.5% to 15% in the pre budget report later today, but will it make any difference?