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<p>VHI increased its prices by an average of 3% in March and October last year with a further increase of 3% announced for March this year. File picture</p>

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Two premium price hikes help to nearly double VHI's annual surplus

In total, VHI generated €1.972bn in gross earned premiums during 2025, and paid out just under €1.84bn in healthcare claims

<p>The health insurance market is largely dominated by three companies in Ireland with VHI Healthcare having the largest share of customers at 48.3%. Laya Healthcare has the next highest share at 27.9%, while Irish life has 20.2%. File picture</p>

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Average health insurance premiums reach €1,902

<p>Following completion of the acquisition the RedClick team and customers will transfer and become part of Zurich’s non-life insurance business in Ireland. File picture</p>

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Zurich announces acquisition of RedClick from Italian insurance firm Generali

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Caitríona Redmond: How to renew health insurance to get the best-value plan for your needs

Health insurance costs set to rise again as Irish Life warns of 5% increase

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Health insurance costs set to rise again as Irish Life warns of 5% increase

Cork council losing out on property tax from houses with lower valuations due to flood risk

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Cork council losing out on property tax from houses with lower valuations due to flood risk

Laya Healthcare to increase cost of health insurance for second time this year

Laya Healthcare to increase cost of health insurance for second time this year

Affected customers will be contacted directly by the insurance provider

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

A branch office of FBD Insurance, Baggot Street, Dublin, Ireland.

FBD profits fall on storm claims

FBD reported a profit before tax of €17m for the first half of the year as insurance revenue rose by 11% to €235m. However, this profit is a decrease from €32. 3m in the first half of 2024, largely due to the increased claims from the weather aevents.

Fri, 08 Aug, 2025

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ISME hits out at move to raise personal injury awards by 17%

SME association says it will lead to hikes in insurance premiums for businesses and consumers and further reward the legal industry

Mon, 30 Jun, 2025

Storm-hit forest owners left exposed by flawed insurance system

Storm-hit forest owners left exposed by flawed insurance system

The Dáil heard that minister Healy-Rae had talked about a reconstitution grant for windblown timber

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Tidy Towns groups released from burden of insurance costs with new partnership

Tidy Towns groups released from burden of insurance costs with new partnership

The new partnership between local authorities and Irish Public Bodies Insurance sees the risk associated with Tidy Towns activities pooled under a master policy undertaken by local authorities

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

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Health insurance premiums rocket by over €140 despite claims 'slowing down' in 2024

Insurers netted an extra €400m from premiums in 2024 compared to 2023 as the average plan rose 12.2%

Tue, 15 Apr, 2025

Uninsured drivers in Cork City more than double in 2024, gardaí report

Uninsured drivers in Cork City more than double in 2024, gardaí report

The number of uninsured drivers in Cork has more than doubled in 2024, with rising insurance costs a key concern

Thu, 20 Feb, 2025

Workplace smoking ban anniversary

Ex-health minister's last act was ordering spinal surgeries abroad for children on waiting list

The care package offered by the HSE to each child includes travel, airport and hospital travels, travel insurance, accommodation, and daily expenses

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025

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Caitríona Redmond: Here's how I saved €100 a month on my health insurance

With over 340 health insurance plans on the market, Caitríona tackles the maze and saves money on her health insurance policy.

Mon, 03 Feb, 2025

Growing up in Ireland: Home truths for today's twenty-somethings

Growing up in Ireland: Home truths for today's twenty-somethings

Latest survey finds that 25-year-olds remain optimistic despite housing and mental health concerns, but are politically disengaged

Sun, 02 Feb, 2025

VHI to raise prices on all policies by 3% blaming increases in claims and costs

VHI to raise prices on all policies by 3% blaming increases in claims and costs

Health insurer said costs in private hospitals have increased along with day-to-day care.

Thu, 30 Jan, 2025

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Consumer Corner: Tips on how to save hundreds of euro in 90 minutes

One of the best bits of advice when it comes to your finances is to keep things simple and there are easy wins on getting money back in your pocket.

Wed, 08 Jan, 2025

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Motor insurance premiums are creeping higher again

Despite a reduction in the cost of claims to insurers in recent years. premiums have started rising again, writes John Hearne

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

Woman Phoning For Help After Car Windshield Has Broken

Car insurance premiums rose by 2% last year as claims hit record high

Companies saw profits increase by 8% to €105m as premiums also increased

Thu, 24 Oct, 2024

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Consumer watchdog takes action against car rental website over misleading information

The misleading information was found on a third-party car rental website used by Ryanair Car Hire and Booking.com

Thu, 17 Oct, 2024

ieExplains: Why are people calling for a boycott of Revolut?

Last month, the Bank of Israel issued Revolut an ID code, enabling Revolut to allocate payment account numbers to its customers, prompting calls for a boycott in solidarity with Palestine

Tue, 10 Sep, 2024

Close up of a car key on an auto insurance renewal document

Corkman convicted of having no car insurance faces garda assault charge after court outburst

Following a verbal outburst from the defendant, Judge King directed that he be taken into custody for contempt of court

Tue, 03 Sep, 2024

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Costs to settle car insurance claims hits record

The average written premium — the amount of money the policy-holder has to pay — stood at €561 during the first half of 2023

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

My Job: At the heart of consolidating Ireland's fragmented insurance market

S My Job: At the heart of consolidating Ireland's fragmented insurance market

Ronan Foley is CEO of Gallagher Ireland which has been on the march to acquire other brokers in recent months.

Fri, 28 Jun, 2024

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Car insurance complaints spike in Britain, says regulator

Insurance companies had not done a good job in forecasting inflation and its impact

Wed, 17 Apr, 2024

Funding to deal with storms wholly inadequate – Cork County Council

Funding to deal with storms wholly inadequate – Cork County Council

Irish local authorities are struggling to prepare for, and respond to, extreme weather events related to climate change

Mon, 12 Feb, 2024

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Consumer Corner: I had a tip in my car - is it cheaper to go through insurance or pay myself?

"It’s those little ‘tips’ that can cause frustration and anxiety and knowing what to do afterwards can be tricky. We always hear about not touching your ‘no claims bonus’. Protect it at all costs."

Wed, 31 Jan, 2024

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Consumer Corner: Tips on how to save on your health insurance in 2024

There has been a number of private health insurance price hikes over the last year - health insurance has become an area where inflation has proved to be particularly sticky.

Wed, 03 Jan, 2024

Buy now pay later schemes could create unwanted debt in the new year, experts warn

Buy now pay later schemes could create unwanted debt in the new year, experts warn

Lingering cost pressures continue to weigh on households going into the festive period.

Sat, 16 Dec, 2023

'I’m in shock still and I can’t even cry': Midleton locals left to pick up the pieces after Storm Babet

'I’m in shock still and I can’t even cry': Midleton locals left to pick up the pieces after Storm Babet

A flood defence scheme cannot come fast enough, most said

Sat, 21 Oct, 2023

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Q&A: What does the UK decision on insurance costs mean for Irish customers?

Consumer groups have also criticised the practise in Ireland after a report from the Central Bank last year found similar pricing mechanisms targeting Irish customers.

Sat, 29 May, 2021

Insurance Company Fraud, Bogus Claims Under Investigations

Eddie Hobbs: Here's how Helen McEntee can tackle bogus insurance claims

In this open letter to the new Justice Minister, Eddie Hobbs, sets out 10 things he feels Helen McEntee should do in office to deal with the scourge of bogus and exaggerated personal injury claims.

Mon, 20 Jul, 2020