Updated: 10:07, Tuesday, 26 February 2013
Women hit hardest by new EU car insurance laws
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Women hit hardest by new EU car insurance laws

Women will be hit hardest by the new EU rules banning gender-based discount for car insurance, but young men could save up to 50%

How to complain effectively
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How to complain effectively

Consumers are reporting in increasing numbers that it is difficult to complain. Here are five easy steps towards getting the result you want

Telephone line fee increase for over 66 year olds
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Telephone line fee increase for over 66 year olds

People over 66 will face a hefty increase on their telephone landline, following last December's budget, but there are ways of counter-acting the hike if you shop around.

Almost 2m left with €100 or less after bills.
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Almost 2m left with €100 or less after bills.

The number of people left with €100 or less at the end of each month has risen with consumers' finances continuing to deteriorate

New premium phone rules to protect consumer
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New premium phone rules to protect consumer

Premium rate telephone services can cost as much as €3.50 a minute. Now, a new code of practice has been imposed on phone companies to ensure you don't get ripped off.

Beware of the 'cheap' motor insurance
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Beware of the 'cheap' motor insurance

Buying car insurance used to be simple. These days the it's all about tailor-making your own policy with add on extras. So beware of the headline 'cheapest' offers when renewing.

Spotting Irish own-brand products
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Spotting Irish own-brand products

More than ever consumers want to support Irish home produce, but they also want to save money with own-brands. Learn how to do both with Tina Leonard's guide

Shop around now as Electric Ireland hikes price
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Shop around now as Electric Ireland hikes price

The price of gas and petrol is already on the up. Now Electric Ireland is adding to the pain increasing prices by October 1.

Now Bord Gais increases electricy prices
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Now Bord Gais increases electricy prices

Bord Gáis Energy is to follow Electric Ireland and Airtricity with residential electricity price hikes from 15 October.

How to get money off your next purchase
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How to get money off your next purchase

Voucher codes, daily deal sites, discounts online and off line. Consumer expert Tina Leonard tells Today with Pat Kenny where and to get money off everything from groceries to school books.

Ulster Bank plans for compensation over IT glitch
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Ulster Bank plans for compensation over IT glitch

Ulster Bank has released plans to compensate the 600,000 customers who were affected by IT problems at the bank. It is also working with other banks on out-of-pocket expenses.

Back-to-school money-saving tips
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Back-to-school money-saving tips

Four in five parents have financial worries about back-to-school costs. Consumer expert Tina Leonard has five top tips to help you save money this September.

Money-saving tips as petrol rises to €100 a tank
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Money-saving tips as petrol rises to €100 a tank

With the price of petrol set to exceed 170c a litre, learn how to economise on fuel with these 15 tips on driving techniques and car servicing.

Energy bills set to rise this autumn
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Energy bills set to rise this autumn

Look at changing your gas and electricity tariff or provider now, before a possible price hike. Tina Leonard has the details

Health insurance: beware of penalties if switching
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Health insurance: beware of penalties if switching

Switch your health insurance without triggering penalties - new terms and conditions make it less attracting to do this mid-contract. Tina Leonard explains to Today with Pat Kenny.

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