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Caitríona Redmond: What about the people on the receiving end of our complaints and queries?
Helpline and call centre staff are a bunch of hardworking people who often get abused by customers, writes Caitríona Redmond

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

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Caitríona Redmond: Unwanted Christmas gift? Here are your options
If you do get any unwanted Christmas presents, you may not be able to take them all back, writes Caitríona Redmond

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Caitríona Redmond: The collapse of Fastway is not just bad news for consumers
Caitríona Redmond: The collapse of Fastway is not just bad news for consumers
Collect your rightful refund but be kind

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Caitríona Redmond: Free flights for my shopping points? I don’t believe it!
Caitríona Redmond: Free flights for my shopping points? I don’t believe it!
Does every little really help? Not always

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: Beat the manufacturer — buy smart, mend when needed and save money
Artificially capping the life of a product is known as planned obsolescence... a very real issue in modern life

Mon, 03 Nov, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: Buyers beware — your favourite chocolate snack may not be as it seems
Your favourite bars and treats may have changed recipe

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: You better watch out — it’s less than 10 weeks to Christmas Day
Beware the special offers and stay price savvy in the next two months

Mon, 20 Oct, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: Using your bank card? Here's why contactless or digital wallet is the way to go
Stay card-safe and trouble-free

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: ‘Twas Budget eve, babe, but will our budgets tank?
There’s no such thing as winners or losers when Irish families are struggling.

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: Here's why complaining is so valuable for consumers
If you don’t speak up or out, bad practices will continue

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

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