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The 3 Rs of Shopping: Research, Rights, Redress
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are always big dates in the shopping calendar every year. The European Consumer Centre Ireland looks at some of the things
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Accommodation Rental Scams
As online booking of accommodation is now the norm, reported cases of holiday accommodation booking fraud have also spiked. Sophisticated criminals have come up with
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What are counterfeits and how to avoid them
Based on the original article published by the European Consumer Centres Network here. They can be cheap and stylish, and they may look authentic.
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The Counterfeits Trade in Europe
Risks associated with counterfeit products Within the European Union, Regulation No. 3295/94 sets out the measures prohibiting the release for free circulation, export, re-export or
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EU Steps In to Regulate Online Shopping Protections for European Consumers
Where do Irish consumers shop online? In 2021, the purchase power of Irish consumers was the second-highest in the EU (Eurostat), when an overwhelming
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Love In The Age of Online Shopping
Love is in the air online in February – from engraved jewellery to designer bags and experience gifts, the Valentine’s Day industry is growing every
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What to do when a flight is cancelled? How can you avoid being overcharged for car rental? Where to get help when your online
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All You Need to Know on Fake Reviews and False Ratings
We all rely on product and retailer reviews to make an informed purchase, but as recent and prominent scandals have shown, these may be paid for or downright fake. While
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Online Shopping Safety Tips
ECC Ireland looks at how we shop now and what we should be aware of when shopping on- and offline… ONLINE FRAUD With the ease
