Wind energy: Why does Ireland still have only one community-owned wind farm?
When John Fogarty addressed the Oireachtas joint committee on climate action in October 2019, he hoped his experience…
Laya Healthcare customers face second round of price hikes in 12 months
HEALTH INSURANCE PROVIDER Laya Healthcare has announced that premiums on a number of its plans will increase by…
Ikea Ireland’s profits more than doubled to €15.75m last year
Pre-tax profits at the Irish arm of Swedish furnishing giant Ikea last year more than doubled to €15.75m…
Planned increases to fuel excise duty from next month will not go ahead, Government says – The Irish Times
The Government is to stall planned increases to fuel excise duty that were due to kick in at…
Why do so many under-35s struggle to find work in Ireland’s booming economy? – The Irish Times
For decades, young people have been encouraged to equate education with opportunity. Study hard, get a degree and…
UK Inflation Set to Rebound as Energy Bills Surge
Rising energy prices are poised to send UK inflation rearing back up, as economists warn that the summer…
Booking.com users struggle in the face of phantom bookings and rogue cancellations – The Irish Times
It is undoubtedly true that booking DIY holidays has become much, much easier in recent years, thanks in…
Kirkby woman hasn’t been paid for six months
The company responsible for making payments has apologised to everyone affected and acknowledged its service has ‘not been…
‘The thought of the pub fills me with dread’: Readers on why they now drink at home more often
THERE’S NO DOUBT that opting to have a few drinks at home instead of going out to the…
Solar panels in Ireland: Could now be the time to cut your rising electricity bills?
Energy prices are going up again. The conflict in the Middle East — which began in late February…
Higher energy prices and rising rents increase cost-of-living squeeze for Irish households – The Irish Times
Higher electricity prices, rising rents and a jump in the cost of home heating oil continue to drive…
Diesel and petrol prices surge in August with further rises expected in coming months – The Irish Times
Fuel prices have risen substantially in August with further increases expected in the coming months, according to AA…