IT’S DECEMBER FIRST. We’re in between ‘Black Friday’ and ‘Cyber Monday’ — and many retailers would have you believe the fact that you haven’t even started thinking about tackling that Christmas gift list yet is a sign of shocking indolence.

This morning, we’re looking for a little insight into the nation’s festive shopping habits.

How will you be facing into the next few weeks?

Poll Results:

I'll be hitting the shops properly this week. (2218)

Weekend before Christmas at the earliest. (1437)

Bah humbug. (995)

I've most things bought. Just a few bits and pieces left. (983)

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