An electricity levy that was previously suspended in 2007 has been revived and will now be imposed on all electricity customers come this October. The new levy will see an increase in electricity prices of up to 5% and plans to raise €156 million in order to improve the security of energy supply and for the development of renewable energy.
Leo Varadkar, the Fine Gael spokesman on energy said “Consumers and businesses are going to have to pay the bill for Eamon Ryan’s green energy revolution and his unwillingness to squeeze the ESB.” The Labour Party described the increase as… Read More
Three of Ireland’s top leading developers; McNamara, Treasury Holdings and The Bailey brothers’ of Bovale Developments have all outlined plans to develop cinema complexes at ‘key sites’ in the capital. In the current “climate” it would not be a surprise if some questioned and raised an eyebrow on hearing about their plans; are they totally barmy or very optimistic?
After some digging by the Financial Regulator he found that not all lenders have been clear and upfront with their customers about the consequences and possible costs of switching from a Tracker to a variable or fixed rate mortgage.
When you hear the words synthetic grass it wouldn’t be a surprise if astro turf and the game of soccer were the first things to spring to mind. While its common knowledge that astro turf is widely used in the commercial market it’s now starting to make headway into the residential market as an alternative option to traditional garden grass.
Minister for Justice Dermot Ahern announced earlier this week the long awaited initiation of a property sale price database that will be used to monitor market trends, house prices and ultimately create much-needed transparency in the property market. “I am very aware of the need for reliable and up-to-date data on house prices and other property,” he said.
Dare we mention that the back to school madness is already nearly upon us once again! However the summer holidays are not over just yet and there is still plenty of time to head away for a few days before we all settle back into routines for another year.
Justice Minister Dermot Ahern announced yesterday that under new legislation a database of property sales prices for both residential and commercial property is to be set up and made available to the public in order to (finally) provide transparency about what is going on in the housing market. The news has been welcomed by many organizations, agents and punters saying the planned database would bring much-needed and overdue clarity to the property market.
Garden lighting is quite a handy way to ensure safety and add security around your house but garden lighting doesn’t have to just be there for “serious” reasons and there is definitely no need for it to be boring! Along with security and safety, garden lighting is a great way to highlight particular features of your outdoor space, showcase trees and lawn décor, illuminate pathways. Not only that but outdoor lighting is also easy way to create ambiance and add atmosphere to your garden which is especially great when you want to sit out and make the most out of those long summer evenings with BBQs and outdoor parties! 
Minister for Energy Eamon Ryan and The Commission for Energy Regulation have come under fire from many parties, punters and businesses with the announcement / realization that electricity bills are to rise come October.
