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Monday 28 September 2020
Tánaiste Joan Burton has said that Clerys workers “have been treated very badly”.
The volume of retail sales has risen by 11.9% since last year.
A clause should be inserted into the Constitution to ensure pension protection, according to the Professional Insurance Brokers Association.
The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has flagged around 200 items.
Might save you a few bob.
It’s a matter of ‘when’, not ‘if’, according to the energy regulator.
Most people also expect to pay more on essential items over the next six months.
Strict new Covid-19 measures have been announced for the two counties – here’s what you need to know.
A national survey found that faulty goods and services cost consumers close to €500 million.
Small businesses are hoping that the start of the shopping season will bring a boost.
And how generous is Santa going to be in 2014?
The majority of loans taken out this time last year were to cover debts consumers already had.
This is a public service broadcast.
Irish households are expected to spend an extra €650 to €750 in shops this month compared to other months this year.
The latest Red C poll found most people are feeling positive about the country’s finances – but not about their own.
The 8-year high in consumer sentiment recorded in September didn’t last long.
It works in McDonalds and taxis. (But it’s not in Ireland yet).
The gardaí said there are three organised criminal gangs involved in the “rustling” of cattle.
Short version: the crisis really, really helped illegal tobacco.
Farmers were protesting against the prices they get paid for beef.
…It’s A LOT.
Are we really this predictable?
Be honest, now…
The Christmas Direct website was also hit with enforcement notices.
“Don’t you ever for a second get to thinking you’re irreplaceable.”
Although there may be some slight delays.
Kids’ activities, helpful staff, demos and clear signage – just some of the ways retailers can make themselves irresistible.
It’s Tuesday – and here’s all that you need to know as you start your day.
The National Consumer Agency received 56,000 contacts last year.
Retail Excellence Ireland says that hot beverage sales are an indicator of a stronger employment market.
It might be a head-wrecker, but it could also be a money-saver.
The National Consumer Agency said today that it has begun the action following a number of complaints about the company.
Irish people don’t just argue about how they share the household load – they argue about who they think does what.
The construction industry and retail sector are not doing too great either, according to credit-risk analysts.
If you shop in Aldi, you’re probably spending more as well.
The chief economist at KBC Bank Ireland said it likely reflects a normal ebb and flow in the data and we shouldn’t be too worried.
It’s finally the weekend – and here’s everything you need to know as we start the day.
The Competition and Consumer Protection Bill seeks to implement several reforms, including updated regulation of the grocery sector.
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
The Competition and Consumer Protection Bill 2014 will also ‘modernise’ laws relating to media mergers.
ANY SIGNIFICANT LEVEL of flu in the community could lead to the Covid-19 test and trace system being overwhelmed as people present with similar symptoms, health experts say.
Chief Clinical Officer Dr Colm Henry told TheJournal.ie that because flu and Covid-19 both seriously impact on vulnerable and older groups, health officials want to “avoid a twin attack on the same populations” in Ireland.
He said the focus will also be on keeping down the level of flu among those who will not be seriously ill with it, but who may pass it on to those vulnerable groups.
This is why the flu vaccine without charge has been extended to a number of other groups this year, including to children aged two to 12. Previously this applied only to those over the age of 70.
So, today we want to know: Do you plan to get the flu vaccine this upcoming winter?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
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