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Khaled Altheeb

Founder and publisher of Nordliana, focused on technology, AI, science, travel and practical consumer decisions.

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Struggling with an energy bill in Ireland? New winter protections give customers at least 18 months to repay

The Commission for Regulation of Utilities announced strengthened Irish household energy protections on 12 October 2026, effective immediately. Suppliers must offer affordable repayment plans allowing at least 18 months, with upfront payments optional, alongside renewed safeguards for customers at risk of disconnection.

13 Oct 2026 6 min read

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Ireland's €550 childcare cap sounds like a saving for every family. Here's who actually benefits

Ireland's Budget 2027 provides for reducing the maximum monthly childcare fee to €550 from €735 for qualifying full-time places for children up to senior infants, with an expected implementation from September 2027. The cap applies to providers participating in Core Funding and does not guarantee an identical reduction for every family. National Childcare Scheme subsidy changes may also affect out-of-pocket bills.

11 Oct 2026 5 min read

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Struggling with an energy bill in Ireland? New winter protections give customers at least 18 months to repay

Ireland's €550 childcare cap sounds like a saving for every family. Here's who actually benefits

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