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December 4, 2025

CCPC announces €200,000 funding for adult financial literacy projects in 2026

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) will provide €200,000 in funding, specifically for adult financial literacy projects across Ireland in 2026. The funding marks the second year of the...

December 3, 2025

Consumer rights quiz 2025

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December 2, 2025

Almost 1 in 4 haven’t used their gift vouchers from last Christmas: new CCPC research

The Christmas spending, saving and borrowing plans of Irish consumers are detailed in annual research published by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), with the CCPC advising shoppers to...

November 28, 2025

CCPC warns of surge in online scams as Irish consumers enter busiest shopping season

Irish consumers are being targeted by increasingly sophisticated online scams, according to a new set of case studies released by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). The warning comes...

November 17, 2025

Almost 30% of Black Friday shoppers are likely to be swayed by influencers

New research published by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) reveals that social media influencers are impacting shoppers’ purchasing decisions during sales.  Almost a quarter (24%) of those surveyed said they have previously made a...

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....