Credit Crunch

How are you dealing with the recession? Maybe you're worried about your credit cards, your loans or your mortgage. Are you looking for ways to manage your money better?

Over the next 10 weeks BBC Radio York will be covering a range of topics designed to help you cope with the financial demands we're facing.

You will be able to listen to experts and hear real-life stories in either Russell Walker's Morning programme (9am to 12pm) or in Jonathan Cowap's Lunchtime Programme (12pm to 2pm).

Look after those pounds.

Monday 26 January: Russell Walker will look at the thorny issue of credit cards. Can they help you manage your money? How can you avoid getting into trouble with them?

Monday 2 February: Jonathan Cowap will take a look at loans. How can you ensure you're choosing the right loan for you?

Monday 9 February: Russell Walker learns how to set a budget. Controlling those impulse purchases and ensuring that your money goes as far as you can make it.

Monday 16 February: How can you plan and pay for a wedding without sinking into the red? Jonathan Cowap will exame the soaring costs of marriage and how you can still have that special day without breaking the bank.

Monday 23 February: Redundancy is becoming more common. Russell Walker will look at life after redundancy.

Monday 2 March: How easy is it to barter for goods and services? What opportunities are there to make money? Jonathan Cowap will investigate.

Monday 9 March: Russell Walker takes a look at insurance. Is cheapest always best? Are you sure you're properly covered?

Monday 16 March: How do you teach your children to manage money? Jonathan Cowap will look at the best ways of educating youngsters about money - from savings to spending wisely.

Monday 23 March: Have you got a pension plan? Russell Walker will investigate how to ensure your finances are all in place for retirement.

Monday 30 March: Join Jonathan Cowap for a look back at the expertise we've heard over the last ten weeks and look at how it might have helped you.