As high inflation tightens its grip on the hard pressed household, consumers are looking to technology to help with their household budget plans.

The popular 'Spending Log' iPhone App has seen a surge in popularity as careful Christmas shoppers turn to technology to help with their Christmas budgeting.

The 'Spending Log' iPhone App has been kept at the number 1 spot in the finance category of the UK App Store for over a week by consumers turning to technology to help with their finances

While some people are still examining their personal finances by poring over numerous credit card and bank account statements on the kitchen table once in a blue moon, others are simply using their smart phones every day.