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# Communion money

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How much do children get on their Communion day and how much do parents spend?

It’s an expensive day all around, but how expensive are we talking?

27.9k

Jun 12th 2018, 6:12 AM

NOW the recession is officially over: families are spending more on First Communions

The average family spent €764, up €32 on last year. Beating the pants off the rest of the economy, according to sleuthing by TheJournal.ie…

9.0k

Jun 12th 2014, 3:45 PM

7 rules Irish people have for talking about money

They MUST have won the Lotto.

38.2k

Feb 20th 2014, 1:05 PM

Is €713 too much to spend on a Communion? Most parents don't think so

The survey found that parents are spending less on the party, but more on their own outfits.

9.9k

Jun 11th 2013, 11:22 AM