With the current global economic downturn many of us are feeling the pressure and with the UK suffering the toughest financial squeeze since the 1920's many people are turning to the use of vouchers, coupons and free samples to help save money. The national attitude to discounts and freebies has changed over time and the prolific use of vouchers, redeemed at an average of nearly 1700 each minute, and the £2.5 Billion saved each month in the UK through their use goes some way to illustrate just how large the savings being made actually are. This infographic shows the key points and interesting facts and statistics to animate the growth of "The Freeconomy".