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October 29, 2025

Delivery delays and disruptions

In response to queries on consumer rights following news reports regarding Fastway Couriers, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is issuing the below reminder to businesses and consumers: When...

October 24, 2025

Product Safety Warning: Further warning regarding circulating pumps

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is issuing a product safety warning for certain circulating pumps which may pose a risk of electrocution to tradespeople. This warning follows a...

October 22, 2025

CCPC publishes research on consumer experiences of home buying and selling

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has published a baseline survey on consumer experiences of buying and selling a home. The research was carried out by Ipsos B&A and...

October 20, 2025

Over 25,000 unsafe toys removed from the Irish market since last Halloween, CCPC reveals

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has revealed that over 25,000 unsafe toys, including costumes and props, have been recalled or withdrawn from the Irish market since Halloween 2024,...

October 6, 2025

Serious risk of electrocution from 114,000 circulating pumps in homes in Ireland

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has issued an urgent safety alert as 114,000 circulating pumps installed in heating systems in Ireland could present a serious risk of electrocution....

October 1, 2025

Have a safe Halloween without any real scares

You don’t need a sixth sense to avoid a fright night this Halloween. Follow these simple steps to make sure your little horrors terrify your neighbours, have loads of fun,...

September 16, 2025

Urgent recall: risk of electric shock from 5,000 mini heaters sold in Ireland

Just over five thousand De Vielle Dual Fan Electric Heaters are being recalled from consumers after tests by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) uncovered a risk of electric...

September 15, 2025

More than 1 in 4 Irish adults still don’t have a retirement plan in place, up from 1 in 5 last year – new CCPC research reveals worrying trend

More than a quarter of Irish adults (26%) still have no financial arrangements at all for their retirement, according to new research published today by the Competition and Consumer Protection...

August 28, 2025

Labubu dolls and ‘blind boxing’: Why you’ll need to keep your eyes peeled for product safety

Read on to find out more about Labubu dolls and why you need to be hyper-vigilant when buying them for yourself or for your loved ones. Also, please see a...

August 8, 2025

Hotel price spikes – should you just roll with it?

If you or friends and family are heading to a major sporting event or gig in Dublin, you may be disappointed to find hotel prices have soared. We at the...