Flights Delayed by more than 2 hours because of Strike Action – Your Rights There is a financial compensation scheme in the EU for delayed and cancelled flights – but in the event of a strike (an extraordinary event) – that scheme doesn’t apply. BUT – all delayed passengers are entitled to free meals and […]
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Aer Lingus
Money Saving Tips for Visiting New York
A couple of years ago ,one of our readers told us that by following some of the money saving tips here on MoneyguideIreland.com and switching their energy supplier , broadband and mobile network , – they saved enough money over 12 months to pay for a return flight to New York plus accommodation. That reader […]
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Ryanair Email Address
In May 2013 the National Consumer Agency took enforcement action against Ryanair because they did not provide an email address on itheir website for Irish customers . Under e-Commerce legislation traders providing an e-commerce service, including airlines, must provide consumers with an email address. Ryanair initially appealed the action – but that appeal was withdrawn […]
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Bord Gais and other State Assets to Be Sold
As part of the IMF / EU bailout agreement – Ireland has agreed to sell off some of the state owned assets to raise funds. Four assets are being considered : a) Bord Gáis Energy – which supplies natural gas and electricity . (NOT Bord Gáis networks – which provides the pipelines .) b) Some […]
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