Fergal O’Leary

Director of Communications and Market Insights at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). The CCPC is responsible for enforcing competition and consumer protection laws across the economy. To help consumers make informed decisions it also gives independent, unbiased information …

It's important to educate your children about managing their pocket money

How do you teach your kids the value of money?

Learning money skills at a young age will help your child develop good habits for the future. Our attitude towards money as an adult is learned early on in childhood from parents, so setting a good example is important.

money • 02 Dec 16

When buying during the sales, your consumer rights don't change

What are the Do's/Don't's about Summer Sales?

The summer sale season will be here soon so we are on the lookout for bargains. Signs saying reductions of up to 70% are sure to catch your eye, but may also lead you to buy items on impulse, items that you might not need or that might not fit you.

Living • 26 May 16

The complaint has to be made to the retailer or trader as soon as possible

Tips to Make a Successful Complaint

Before you make a complaint it’s important to know what your consumer rights are. If you bought a faulty product or paid for a service that did not meet the terms agreed, there are ways to put things right.

Living • 19 May 16

Buying a car is not easy. Here are a few tips to help you to finance it the best way.

4 Tips to Finance your Car

Choosing the right car for you can be difficult. Most of us focus on the make, model and colour instead of how we can pay for the car. To help, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s (CCPC) have looked at the four main car finance options.

CCPC • 30 Dec 16

Before travelling, check your travel insurance.

Taking out Travel Insurance

Planning a holiday abroad? If so, you may be thinking of taking out travel insurance. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has some advice on what to watch out for when choosing a policy.

Travel • 30 Dec 16

Save on Your Car Insurance: 8 Tips

Is your motor insurance up for renewal? You may be able to make savings by changing your level of cover or by looking for quotes from other insurance providers. The CCPC have some great tips!

CCPC • 03 Jan 17

Cutting Communion Costs

Preparing for a First Holy Communion is an exciting time but with so many things to consider, the costs can add up quickly. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has put together some tips to help with planning the big day

Living • 19 Apr 16

Tips for hiring a Tradesperson

You may have plans to extend your house or do some much needed paint work on your home. Whatever you are planning, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has put together tips on what to WATCH OUT for when hiring a tradesperson:

Living • 14 Apr 16

Ditching your Credit Card Debt

Credit card debt can cause great stress, especially when you are finding it hard to get it in control. Wondering how to tackle yours? Here are some useful tips from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC).

CCPC • 30 Dec 16

Switch and save on your mortgage

Research from the Central Bank in 2015 estimated that one in five consumers who had a mortgage could save by switching, according to CCPC's Fergal O'Leary.

Living • 23 Mar 16