Operating profits at the Odeon cinema group in Ireland fell 30% even as popcorn and sweets buoyed sales.

Credit unions, the National Concert Hall, one of the German retail discounters, a savings bank, An Post, and Penneys are the among the companies and brands that score best in delivering satisfaction to Irish customers, a major survey has found.

Get the popcorn ready because this year’s senior hurling and football finals are to be shown live on the big screen.