The European Central Bank (ECB) says it cannot investigate high variable mortgage rates in Ireland because it is beyond its mandate. Fine Gael MEP, Brian Hayes, on behalf of all 11 of Ireland’s members of the European Parliament, sent a letter to ECB chief Mario...
A plan by a consortium of credit unions to introduce an alternative to bank current accounts is being delayed by the Central Bank which considers it to be a breach of the State’s financial regulations. The scheme, which involves a grouping of 11 credit unions, was...
The design of the UK’s first plastic banknote has been unveiled with the promise it will “stand the test of time”. The £5 note, which will be released into circulation in September, features former prime minister Sir Winston Churchill. Bank of...
The findings of the Quarterly National Household Survey for the last three months of 2015 were published recently. Figures show that less than half of workers are making plans for any sort of retirement pension. This highlights again the challenges facing the...
First-class medical protection, critical or serious illness cover and life insurance are available at a remarkably low price providing you know how to buy it but you must Make sure you are not sold protection you don’t need Decide what cover is sensible for you...
A report from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) shows that house prices nationwide rose again last month. The gap between the number of homes for sale and the demand has caused prices to continue to rise and there is no indication that this shortfall in supply will...
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