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Legal highs, Christmas refunds, Value-added books

A record number of new legal highs have been found in the EU during 2012, Martin Lewis explains refund rights for unwanted gifts, and a look at the growth of limited edition books.

A record 57 new 'legal highs' have been found in the EU during 2012. We look at how they're being sold.

Returning unwanted Christmas presents may depend on whether the retailer offers a goodwill exchange, or if the gift was bought online. Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis explains your rights to a refund.

With independent booksellers in decline and e-book sales increasing, some publishers have found a niche with value-added books; limited editions with extended texts, author forewords or special artwork.

Producer: Joel Moors
Presenter: Winifred Robinson.

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Thu 20 Dec 2012 12:00
ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM

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  • Thu 20 Dec 2012 12:00
    ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM
  • Thu 20 Dec 2012 12:04
    ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 LW

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