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Cost of Living

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College life is fine - it's the working, commuting, finding somewhere to live, and everything else that's tough
Cost of Living
'University is wonderful - but after coming to Ireland, there's so many other challenges at the same time to stress over'
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Staggering 14% of Irish electricity customers and 27% of gas customers in arrears
Cost of Living
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities released the stark figure yesterday.
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Budget 2027: Jack Chambers names key group set to benefit from targeted cost of living measures
The Budget
Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers has outlined that Budget 2027 will include targeted cost of living measures for low middle-income earners, with childcare affordability set to be a key priority
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Irelands first financial literacy ambassadors appointed
Cost of Living
The roles aim to increase awareness and understanding of financial matters to Irish citizens
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Six in 10 adults ditch one common treat as cost of living continues to spiral
Cost of Living
The research found that 63% have ditched one luxury in bid to save money.
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Co-worker asks company to reimburse commute but is stumped by 6-word response
Cost of Living
The worker revealed how they asked their company to reimburse the travel into the office but weren't so pleased with what their bosses had to say about the matter
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Childcare costs: Campaigners flag massive money figure needed to help Irish households cope
Childcare
The National Womens Council (NWC) said a fully public-funded and delivered system of childcare must be a priority
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Over one million Irish homes to see energy bills increase from today
Energy bills
Ireland already has the highest electricity costs in the EU
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All the social welfare changes coming in July, August and September explained
Social Welfare
Several social welfare changes are coming over the next three months.
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The 10 new technologies that are ready now to tackle problems like disease, climate change, energy and food security
News Opinion
As global problems mount there is a much needed dose of solutions optimism around these emerging technologies
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Ireland house prices: Average cost of 3 bed semi detached home now hits 445,000
Housing
New research from Daft showed listed prices are eight per cent below the Celtic Tiger peak
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Flogas to increase gas and electricity prices in July
Cost of Living
The energy provider will increase its prices from July 20
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Number of Irish households behind on energy bills passes damning landmark
Cost of Living
Around 319,000 households have fallen behind in paying their electricity bill
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Experts say little known car button could help drivers save money on fuel
Cars
Experts say drivers can help reduce fuel consumption and make journeys more comfortable by using one button on the dashboard.
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Micheal Martin issues update on introduction of additional cost of living support in Budget 2027
Cost of Living
Budget 2027 is set to be announced in the autumn and the government are already deliberating on what measures they hope to roll out
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Cost of Living: Irish workers missing out on claiming little-known boost worth hundreds
Social Welfare
Thousands of Irish workers are missing out on claiming Working From Home Tax Relief, which could mean losing out on hundreds of euro here's how to claim 30% back on electricity, heating and internet costs
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Ireland home renovation grants: How Irish homeowners can claim up to 10,000 for retrofits
Cost of Living
There are a number of handy home improvement and renovation grants available to homeowners if they meet the right criteria
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'Sharp' increase in rent prices as government reforms come into force
Housing
Figures show rents increased nationwide by 4.4% from December to March this year
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One group set for biggest social welfare increase in Budget 2027
Social Welfare
One group could be in line for the biggest social welfare increase in Budget 2027 as the Government considers new cost of living supports, welfare hikes and possible tax cuts.
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Spoof, bluster and being 'frightened by windmills': Insults fly in Dail over energy crisis
Cost of Living
Things got heated during Leaders Questions with insults flying
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Ireland now has highest electricity prices in EU, new figures show
Energy bills
Electricity prices in Ireland are almost 40 per cent above the EU average
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Economic growth forecast for island of Ireland despite fuel supply turbulence
Economy
The EY Economic Eye forecast, published on Tuesday, analysed the economies in Ireland and Northern Ireland amid turbulence prompted by the attack from US President Donald Trumps administration and Israel on Iran
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400 energy payments and supports for under 70k earners proposed in Dublin Central debate
Cost of Living
Candidates in the Dublin Central by election clashed over cost of living supports, with proposals including 400 energy payments and targeted relief for workers earning under 70,000.
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Irish homes hit with new bin charge as Panda confirms 12 'fuel surcharge'
Bin charges
Panda Waste is adding a temporary fuel surcharge of 97c per month to bin bills from May, bringing another cost of living hit for Irish households.
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