Christmas Pudding Tradition Declines in UK Festivities

A recent survey reveals that the iconic dessert is losing its place on the holiday table as new traditions emerge.

A YouGov poll shows 59% of UK adults who celebrate Christmas no longer consider the Christmas pudding essential to their festivities.
Stir-up Sunday, the traditional day for preparing the pudding, is largely forgotten, with 77% of respondents unaware of the custom.
The Royal Mint has introduced a sustainable sixpence made from recycled silver, reviving a tradition of adding the coin to puddings for good fortune.
Despite the decline in pudding popularity, 92% of people still value the Christmas dinner, and 70% uphold festive traditions such as gift-giving and card-sending.
Millennials are the most engaged with maintaining festive traditions, with 76% considering them important, more than any other age group.