Cost of living

Budget 2027 was announced on Tuesday, but who will benefit from the changes?

Budget 2027: Tax cuts, welfare increases and new €500 payment

The report from Daft.ie also suggests homes are taking longer to sell

Average asking price for Irish homes hits €445,000

The announcement is the latest in a string of price increases from major energy suppliers in Ireland this year

Irish households face over €300 energy bill hike from October

According to figures, around 559,700 households currently receive the Household Benefits Package

Irish households could be missing out on €580 towards energy bills

Fianna Fail think in – Tullamore

‘They’re all smiling at me anyway’, Taoiseach says of leadership

A few clever additions around the home could help you keep a closer eye on energy use

Energy-saving gadgets from Currys that could help cut your bills (AFF)

Everyday driving habits during the school run could lead to unexpected and costly fines

Parents warned as fines over €1,000 issued for school run offences

Homeowners are urged to be on the lookout for early signs of rats and take steps to prevent an infestation

Irish households braced for rat plague after record-hot summer

There will be even more additional prizes up for grabs for Lotto Plus winners on Saturday night

Major shake-up to Irish lotto kicks in this weekend

The Fuel Allowance season for 2026/27 is expected to begin on Monday, September 21

Fuel Allowance return date confirmed along with payment boost

Ministers are expected to examine a package of social welfare supports in the coming months

Families across Ireland could be in line for social welfare boosts

Applications are now open and won’t close until September 30, 2026.

Families across Ireland can now apply for payment of up to €285

This is the first time in three years Electric Ireland has raised their prices since October 2022

Energy provider set to raise prices over 'conflict in Middle East'

Rent shock for tenants across Ireland as prices surge following major rule change

Rent shock for Irish tenants as prices surge amid major rule change

Families across Ireland are urged to check their eligibility for the Working Family Payment

Irish families missing out on social welfare payment worth up to €1500

Cost of living crisis is hitting the middle

Laois TD: Consumer watchdog 'totally useless' as cost of living soars

Major new social welfare shake-up could see families earn hundreds annually
Proposals for a new "second-tier" child payment could replace existing supports for low-income families
Lili Lonergan

Offaly County Council has been strongly criticised for raising rents during a cost-of-living crisis.

'Cost of living crisis' meeting to take place in Portlaoise

Ireland officially becomes most expensive country in Europe for household electr...

Further fuel protests expected before the Budget, spokesmen say

Government working on ’round of grants’ for specific businesses, Minister says

More fuel support measures possible before budget, says Simon Harris

Thousands across Ireland could be in line for social welfare payment worth up to...

Outdated or inefficient home electrics could be silently adding to the financial strain

Irish homeowners warned as hidden home issues could be costing hundreds on energ...

What is behind Ireland’s fuel protests?

Thousands of people across Ireland could be in line for social welfare boost wor...

Lorries and tractors converge in Dublin to protest against fuel prices

Government ‘balancing action now with keeping some powder dry for time ahead’ Staff reporter

EXPLAINER: How to apply for the Social Welfare Fuel Allowance amid surging energ...

Fuel prices to drop by midnight as Government announces measures amid surging pr...

‘Concrete measures’ to tackle energy prices announced on Tuesday – Tanaiste

Starmer visit ‘raises expectations’ he will act on high fuel costs – Sinn Fein

Tanaiste welcomes release of oil reserves by International Energy Agency

Families across Ireland can earn up to €4,000 per year with little known social ...

Lack of urgency on energy prices, Sinn Fein says

Heineken announce they 'unfortunately' have to increase prices of pints from nex...

Thousands across Ireland could be earning extra with little known social welfare...

Irish homeowners could be saving thousands with little known electrical upgrades

Irish families could be saving hundreds in 2026 with these seven household tips

No one-off disability payment but permanent proposals under way – Taoiseach

Diageo confirms price of pint of Guinness will be increased from next month

Thousands across Ireland could be eligible for little known boost of €1,900

Household staple price war spreads across Ireland as major supermarkets churn ou...

Childcare availability is a significant concern for many parents throughout Leitrim

Childcare costs for 'tens of thousands' of families to be reduced from next year

Irish households urged to switch energy providers to save over €2,000

'It's very stressful' - Irish mother selling her family home to help sons get th...

Irish households to be advised to keep cash at home 'in case of emergencies'

Irish homeowners risk fines of €50,000 for unsafe installation of common househo...

Thousands across Ireland may face fines of €3,000 if crucial form not returned t...

Dealz fate in Ireland confirmed as over 30 stores forced to close in the UK

Thousands across Ireland could be eligible for a social welfare boost of over €4...

Thousands in Ireland could be earning an extra €130 with little known social wel...

Good news for consumers as major Irish retailer announces price cut for househol...

Ciara Byrne and her three young daughters

'Do I have heat or food?'- Mother still paying off last winter's crippling heati...

Over 100 eviction notices were served in Laois in the first half of this year,

Young single woman suddenly evicted 'looking at buying a van' with few other opt...

FRC chair Jim Gavin wants challenge matches opened to the public

Tenant at centre of Jim Gavin rent row exposes angry phone call with former GAA ...

The little-known Budget 2026 measures you might have missed including €325 payme...