A survey published this week by consumer association Which? points out a 'long squeeze' on UK households. It highlights that many are unable to save and are unlikely to weather any financial shocks. Polling group Populus asked questions of consumers on behalf of Which?. Fifty-four per cent forecast household budgets will be tighter this year; 42% expect the economy to get worse in the next year; while 41% already find it tough to cope with an unexpected expense.