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Unfortunately I don't know how to highlight articles but there is an interesting report in the Kilkenny People regarding their local Credit Union which saw a sharp fall in loans to members and a mention of the role of local moneylenders. The Union is proposing a dividend of 1.5%.

We are both a retired couple and just received renewal papers for above plan at cost of 3639 euro for 2015 compared with 3410 for 2014. We are one of the many oldies who wish to stay with VHI and are wondering if any other of their plans would be cheaper with much the same cover. Incidentally...

Why has it taken so long for people to realise that rising house prices will have implications for the property tax liability in 2016 or whatever date the tax is to be reviewed

Are such headlines a bit misleading in that we will be borrowing the money at more favourable rates to enable us repay.?

Irish Examiner has headline "AIB gets a "free pass" on 21Billion it owes us" and goes on to say AIB has no legal requirement to repay. While this may be factually correct I think the headline could give the wrong impression?

A friend is applying for this position. Apart from the general advice regarding interviews is there any aspect she should focus on or being fully informed of for the interview.

Local Gardaí are due congratulations for their very quick response in rescuing this lady. Gardaí are often criticised but this terrible incident shows how effective they can be.

Approx how much does a good new battery cost and does the make of the car affect type of battery you buy? In other words can a battery fitted to all makes of car. Mine is a ford focus.

With all the furore and this it seems the Government signed it off and why was there no criticism when same applied to Bord Gais staff?

there seems to be recurring problems with logging in to Hotmail. Is there anything I can do to solve the problem?

Wondering if these cleaners are effective?

In simple language how is this achieved?

Not a whimper from the all powerful farming lobby after the Budget. At least this important sector seems reasonably happy unlike large sectors of the community.

offered a 3 year fixed term but when a longer term was sought it was indicated this could give the tenant rights to renew. Was under impression that the term would have to be 5 years before this could happen. any comments appreciated.

Where a person is named in these circumstances and the report is published in the media does the party mentioned have any recourse to have the allegation rebutted.

I am aware that passports should be renewed before 6 months of the expiry date. However I only realised my passport expires 11th April next and I plan a short holiday to Australia early next month. A complicating factor is I am a resident in the UK and I am fearful I will not have time to have...

Over 2 Billion sterling knocked off the price of Tesco shares following revealations by a Whistleblower last Friday over alleged overstatements of profits. It takes a little longer in this country for the actions of Whistleblowers to have such immediate effect.

A friend started work in Ireland for 4 years and since then she has worked in UK and is nearing retirement age. Is it worth her while to investigate whether she is entitled to any Irish pension for the 4 years she worked out. I know the issue is a bit complicated but was wondering if she should...

A friend intends taking a short holiday in Australia staying with a friend. I want to ensure he does all the necessary steps. Am I correct in thinking that entry requirement is done when booking air travel through the ETA system. What is the best travel / health insurance? I gather some credit...

I wonder if many of the so called well known people would be relieved if not nominated for a dousing or perhaps the reverse may be the case. It reminds me in a manner of the ladies choice at dances long ago.