2017 News Archive
October 18, 2017
Can I make an insurance claim after Storm Ophelia?
Have you been affected by Storm Ophelia? If your car or home has been damaged, or if you have missed a flight as a result of the storm, you may...
September 26, 2017
We recently published our second annual report, showing our work across the economy in 2016. It outlines the enforcement actions we took, the investigations we opened, our public awareness campaigns...
September 14, 2017
Switching mortgage? Beware of ‘special offers’
Are you thinking about switching your mortgage? Depending on your interest rate, you could make significant savings by switching, but don’t be distracted by the lure of cash back and...
August 30, 2017
Your credit history – do you know the score?
If you’re thinking about applying for a mortgage or personal loan it is worth getting a copy of your credit report so you can see what the Irish Credit Bureau...
August 28, 2017
Beware online subscription traps
Are you paying a monthly subscription for a digital paper that you never read, a music or video streaming service you rarely use, or have you signed up to a...
August 4, 2017
Six tips if you’re thinking about pet insurance
For many of us our pet is part of the family, which means taking care of them if they are sick or injured. Apart from routine check-ups, your pet could...
July 18, 2017
Don’t get stung by gift vouchers
Have you ever tried to use a gift voucher only to discover it has expired or the business has closed down? What about losing a voucher you were really looking forward...
July 17, 2017
We’ve just announced that we’re conducting a study of the Personal Contract Plan (PCP) car finance market. PCP is a form of hire purchase which many car dealers now offer...
