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Life
Till debt do us part – finance tips for couples
Rosalind Skillen
Advice for couples on how to keep their finances and romance balanced, writes Rosalind Skillen.
29 January 2025 Consumer
Just in case...top tips for travel insurance in 2025
If you are planning a break away, adequate travel insurance helps give you peace of mind , writes Margaret Barrett.
15 January 2025 Consumer
Consumer advice: tips for making the big switch and save
Switching utility and service providers can make a big difference to your monthly bills, writes Margaret Barrett.
Money Mentor: how can I break free from merchant credit?
Here’s how to reduce and manage merchant credit at this time of year, writes Noreen Lacey.
18 December 2024 Money Mentor
Securing the best health insurance rates in 2025
It’s important to find a policy which suits your needs as well as your budget, writes Margaret Barrett.
18 December 2024 Consumer
Tips on how to shop on a budget this Black Friday
Grab some Black Friday bargains but make sure to stick to your budget, writes Ciara Leahy.
20 November 2024 Consumer
Health: carbon monoxide is a silent killer
Six people die each year because of carbon monoxide poisoning and many more fall ill. With fires being lit again, it’s time to be aware of the risk, writes Margaret Hawkins.
16 October 2024 Health
‘They just palm us carers off...I’ll never vote again’
Family carers in north Donegal have been waiting years for respite care for their loved ones, as the Minister of State for Disabilities admits progress is too slow. Jacqueline Hogge reports.
16 October 2024 Features
Budget 2025 a severe disappointment for hospitality workers
With no sign of a reduction in the 13.5% VAT rate for hospitality, we may see a further 1,000 businesses close in the coming months, writes Janine Kennedy.
9 October 2024 News
Editorial: VAT rates causing stress for small businesses
Reducing the VAT for cafés and restaurants could reduce a lot of stress for business owners in rural Ireland, writes Ciara Leahy.
18 September 2024 Editorial
Agri Careers: adult students’ money struggles
With 41% of people participating in adult education struggling to pay household bills, many are opting out of education, writes Sarah McIntosh.
18 September 2024 Careers