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Irish households feel the pinch as number crunchers pinpoint inflation on energy and food
Cost of Living
The EU Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) for Ireland is estimated to have risen by 3.6% in the 12 months to March
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Fuel rationing and 4 day work weeks introduced as countries take drastic action
Iran
Conflict in the Middle East has led to countries having to put emergency energy saving policies in place
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How to dry clothes indoors 'in no time' without radiator or tumble dryer
Energy
With energy bills soaring, households avoiding costly tumble dryers and damp-causing radiators and instead turning to a handy alternative to dry laundry cheaply and quickly
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ESB issue smart meter update after households incorrectly told they owe thousands in electricity bills
ESB
Customers of Electric Ireland, Bord Gáis Energy and Energia claimed their meters indicated they owed thousands in bills from just a few days of energy consumption
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All you need to know as politicians clash in the Dail over rising fuel costs
Cost of Living
During Leaders’ Questions on Thursday Sinn Fein’s Pearse Doherty said 'families are going to be left to fend for themselves'
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Should the Government enforce fuel rationing now or would that be a disaster? Have your say
Cost of Living
Fuel rationing is a possibility - but is it the right action to take?
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Fuel prices Ireland LIVE updates as Government announces range of supports
Energy bills
A series of measures to help ease the burden of rising fuel costs were agreed by Government ministers on Monday night, now the measures will be brought before the cabinet for approval
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Irish government announces gamechanger plan to help motorists with rising petrol and diesel prices
Energy
A diesel rebate scheme for hauliers and bus operators is also expected, which will be backdated
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Fuel price relief on way as Government set to sign off new supports tonight
Energy bills
The supports will help reduce the prices of petrol at the pump and ease the burden on those most at risk of fuel poverty
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Government makes promise to help with soaring energy costs - but there's a catch
Energy
Sinn Fein’s leader Mary Lou McDonald said “people can’t wait as Fianna Fail and Fine Gael twiddle your thumbs”.
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Donald Trump's St Patrick's Day pledge on energy prices in Ireland - and grim verdict on 'nuclear holocaust'
St Patrick's Day
US president Donald Trump has pledged that energy prices in Ireland will “drop like a rock”
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Taoiseach won't confirm energy cuts for Irish households as bills soar
Energy
The UK Government has announced a £53m support package for low-income households that use home heating oil
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Irish households told they owe thousands in electricity bills after smart meter glitch
Energy
Hundreds of thousands of Electric Ireland, Bord Gáis and Energia customers saw incorrect meter readings showing they owed thousands from just days of usage
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Pearse Doherty: 'Surging energy prices are hammering families - the figures show something shocking'
Cost of Living
'The cost of filling a standard 1,000-litre tank has shot up to around €1,783. For many families that means hundreds of euro extra almost overnight'
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Six items Irish households urged to stockpile now as war fears mount
European Union
The European Union has urged Irish households to stockpile at least three days' worth of supplies in case an emergency arises.
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Companies accused of 'price gouging' as OAP sees rise of €75 in home heating oil
Iran
Analysts have said customers could see a litre of petrol jump by 70c, while home-heating oil could be up 20%
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Social welfare Ireland: Full list of people who can qualify for €420 payment towards bills
Social Welfare
The Household Benefits Package helps with the cost of your electricity or gas bill and TV licence, offering €420 annually towards energy costs for eligible households
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Simple 15-second windows trick will trap heat inside your home
Energy
A retired engineer has shared a simple life hack that could help you stay warm inside your home this winter without raising your energy bills
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Heating expert says 'cold' radiators will 'heat up fast' with 10-minute task
Energy
If your radiators aren't working properly and have cold spots, bleeding them can help restore warmth to your home
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Six tips to beat the cost-of-living crisis in 2026
Cost of Living
Here are six household costs you can slash immediately to keep more money in your pocket
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Experts rank where chilliest homes are located across country as temperatures drop
Energy
Temperatures have dropped recently
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Households urged to put bowls of water by heaters this month as 'perfect storm' hits skin
Energy
With temperatures dropping and central heating cranked up, people are feeling the effects on their skin, with dryness, flaking and redness becoming more common. But there's a simple solution
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Six easy swaps to slash energy bills by €1,232 per year according to an expert
Energy bills
Many households will be feeling the post-Christmas pinch and the bite of hefty energy bills during the winter months
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Social welfare Ireland: Three conditions to claim little-known payment to help cover winter heating costs
Social Welfare
The Department of Social Protection's Heating Supplement may help with heating costs if you meet three eligibility conditions
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