...but most people are staying in

Most people plan to stay at home on New Year's Eve, according to a new survey. Some 78 per cent of those questioned said they did not plan to go out tomorrow night, blaming high prices in clubs and bars and public transport problems.

A spokeswoman for credit card provider Mint, which conducted the survey, said: "We can see significant apathy about New Year's Eve. There seems to be a backlash against going out to bars and clubs and anything that feels like a rip-off."

However, ?4 billion will be spent on the night, with those who do venture out spending an average of ?90.

Across Britain, 46 per cent say they will use New Year's Day to "get some fresh air with a long walk".