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Can my landlord raise the rent more than once a year in Ireland?
No. Under the Residential Tenancies Act, a landlord may only review rent once every 12 months, and only with 90 days’ written notice in the prescribed form…
EmploymentHow much statutory redundancy am I entitled to in Ireland?
Two weeks’ pay per year of service plus one bonus week, capped at €600 per week. To qualify, you must have at least two years of continuous service…
Wills & ProbateWhat happens if someone dies without a will in Ireland?
When a person dies intestate, their estate is distributed under the Succession Act 1965. The order of inheritance starts with the spouse and children, then moves outward to extended family…
ConsumerAm I entitled to a refund on a faulty item I bought online?
Under the Consumer Rights Act 2022, goods must be of acceptable quality. If they’re faulty, you have a right to a remedy — repair, replacement, or refund — typically within…
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