Britons love tipping

Whether it's at parties, corporate events or hen nights, Britons are big tippers, according to a new survey.

Research from private bank Cater Allen revealed that 89 per cent of UK consumers tip regularly, with the Scottish most likely to tip, just ahead of those from the south-east, Wales and the south-west.

Despite the fact that most of us tip, the average amount left is just 8.5 per cent, compared to Americans who tip 15 per cent on average.

Around a third of people think that their other half as not as generous enough in their tipping as they could be.

Waiters and waitresses receive the most tips, at ten per cent on average, followed by taxi drivers, hairdressers and pizza deliverers.

Richard Dunn, managing director at Cater Allen, said: "It's interesting to note that while Brits are tipping larger amounts than ever, levels of tipping are still relatively low. Around five million people still don't tip at all, which implies that Brits are still being cautious with their cash and not prepared to reward inadequate service."

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