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September 12, 2024

Come visit us at the ploughing championships!

It’s almost that time of year again when ploughing fever takes centre stage. The 2024 National Ploughing Championships returns to the village of Ratheniska, County Laois. It runs for three...

September 6, 2024

CCPC opens investigation into Ticketmaster sale of Oasis tickets

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has opened an investigation into Ticketmaster Ireland and its handling of the sale of Oasis tickets on the weekend of 31 August 2024....

August 29, 2024

Don’t get played: Outsmart ticket scammers and secure your spot!

We are warning music fans to ‘Definitely, Maybe’ be vigilant when buying tickets for sought after concerts. Tickets for these events are limited and sell out quickly, leaving fans disappointed,...

August 22, 2024

Student savvy: Smart money moves for students

As the new academic year approaches, many students and their families are facing the financial challenges of higher education. To support students to make informed decisions about their finances, we...

August 16, 2024

FAQ Friday: The Gift Voucher questions you were too afraid to ask!

We’ve all received gift vouchers as presents, and we’ve all given them as presents too! But did you know that Irish consumers have certain protections when it comes to buying...

August 14, 2024

Stay smart: Avoid scams in your student accommodation search

The college term is fast approaching and the scramble for student accommodation is once more underway. We now do more of our business online than ever before. This, combined with...

August 6, 2024

Wild Roots Festival organisers ordered by CCPC to refund ticket holders

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has ordered the organisers of Wild Roots to repay customers who bought tickets for the festival which was cancelled in May. The festival,...

July 31, 2024

A+ savings: Ace your back-to-school budget

Your children might not want to think about going back to school in September, but for parents, it’s never too early to get to grips with the costs involved. Planning...

July 25, 2024

Essential travel tips from the CCPC: what to do if things go wrong

As the holiday travel season hits its peak, we want to make sure holidaymakers know their rights this summer. While some flight disruptions have been resolved, holidaymakers are still calling...

July 24, 2024

Nailed it! How to pick the perfect tradesperson

Are you getting ready for some home improvements this summer? If DIY isn’t your thing, you might want to get a tradesperson in, but how do you choose the right...