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GREEN LIVING: Research is key when buying electronic devices

DURING my spring cleaning I came across a bag of assorted cables, chargers, spent batteries and small electronic goods that we have accumulated over at least the past ten years. When we get to the heart of the major impact of electronic devices, ...

12 Apr 2024 at 13:30

National News

True extent of rising Irish food costs revealed in latest figures

Consumer prices in Ireland are up by almost 5% in the past year, with food jumping by 8.6% in that time according to latest figures. Struggling households grappling with the cost of living crisis will not be surprised to see the increase in the ...

29 Jul 2023 at 14:54

National News

RECALL: Electric shock risk from product sold on popular website in Ireland

A product recall alert has been issued after an electric shock risk was detected with a DSHOW hair straightener product sold on Amazon. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has warned that the DSHOW Hair Crimper Hair Waver ...

29 Jul 2023 at 11:50

National News

ALERT: Urgent safety warning issued over gas hobs due to 'risk to health or death'

AN URGENT warning has been issued after a safety issued was identified in certain gas hobs which have been available across Ireland for a number of years. In a public notice, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is ...

19 Jul 2023 at 07:57

National News

Multi-million acquisition delayed due to competition concerns

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has decided to carry out a full Phase 2 investigation into the proposed acquisition by Aurivo Consumer Foods of assets belonging to Arrabawn Co-Operative Society. The proposed ...

14 Jul 2023 at 17:17

National News

ALERT: Major brand recalls home theatre speakers due to fire risk

High-end home theatre audio systems from a leading brand are being recalled due to a major safety issue. According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), Bose Products B.V is carrying out a recall to repair on ...

20 Aug 2023 at 11:37

National News

Retailer recalls dozens of speakers popular with Irish consumers due to risk of fire

A retailer is recalling dozens of speakers popular with Irish consumers due to a major safety concern. According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), Bose Products B.V is carrying out a recall to repair on ...

21 Aug 2023 at 09:55

National News

ALERT: Major safety issue found in faulty IKEA product sold to over 13,000 Irish people

A major safety issue has been identified in a faulty IKEA mirror sold to over 13,000 Irish people. According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), certain IKEA LETTAN mirrors present a risk of injury due ...

20 Sept 2023 at 10:40

ALERT: Popular shop recalls children's toys sold to thousands of parents due to choking risk

National News

Penneys is recalling two brands of children's toys sold to thousands of Irish parents due to a major choking hazard. According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), Primark Limited (t/a Penneys) is ...

26 Sept 2023 at 10:52

National News

WARNING: Accommodation shortage creating 'perfect storm' for rental scams

The scramble for student accommodation combined with the accommodation crisis has created the perfect storm for a surge in rental scams, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has warned. It noted that ...

08 Aug 2023 at 15:45

National News

ALERT: Major safety concern prompts recall of faulty toaster sold to Irish consumers

18 Aug 2023 at 12:48

National News

ALERT: 15,000 soft toys won in Irish claw machines recalled due to 'serious risk' to children

An urgent recall has been issued for approximately 15,000 soft toys won in Irish claw machines due to safety fears. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) issued the alert on Friday that ...

08 Apr 2024 at 12:34

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