Christmas spending surges with a 30% Debit and Credit Card spending increase recorded in early December
Early days of pre-Christmas 2024 spending shows a 30% increase versus the same period 2023 36 – 45s have spent the most money so far, this festive season – and like to make a last minute dash to the shops. Just over half (53%) say they occasionally / rarely / never plan ahead to cover […]
Stay local and gift our communities a sustainable future
With twelve days of Christmas shopping to go, Champion Green is urging consumers to stay local and gift our communities a sustainable future Boxing Clever at Christmas for a Happier New Year With twelve days of Christmas shopping to go, Champion Green is urging consumers to stay local and gift our communities a sustainable future. […]
Don’t let a Greasy Grinch spoil your Christmas #ThinkB4UPour
As the holiday season approaches and our kitchens take centre stage, Clean Coasts, in collaboration with Uisce Éireann, urges you to think twice before pouring fats, oils, and greases down the sink to prevent blockages in your wastewater pipes. This Christmas and New Year keep the Greasy Grinch out of your home and ‘Think Before […]
Ireland is expected to generate over 100,000 tonnes of packaging waste this Christmas
Ireland is expected to generate over 100,000 tonnes of packaging waste this Christmas, a 4% increase on last year · Research reveals 49% of people consider sustainability when purchasing Christmas presents · 92% of those surveyed agreed that they make a conscious effort to recycle packaging items correctly · When it comes to reducing and […]
Six out of 10 people in Ireland would be thrilled to receive a charity shop gift this Christmas
However, less than 3 in 10 shoppers plan on picking up a gift from charity shops this festive holiday More than 55% of respondents said that charity shops are an ideal place to pick up high quality and unique clothes 40% of shoppers think that when it comes to Christmas shopping, buying sustainably is one […]
All I want for Christmas is you tools – Practical presents top the Christmas wish list for tradespeople this year
Not sure what to buy the tradesperson in your life? New research from Chadwicks Group reveals that practical presents top the Christmas gift list for tradespeople. The survey of 100 tradespeople by Ireland’s leading builders’ merchants reveals that 89% of tradespeople have received a gift related to their trade in the past and almost 4 […]
This Christmas, Gift Creativity with CONNETIX
This holiday season, if you’re searching for the perfect Christmas gifts that combines innovation and education, look no further than CONNETIX. Renowned for their captivating and educational qualities, Connetix Tiles offer an array of magnetic building toys that have become a sensation in the toy market. They promise not only endless hours of enjoyment but […]
Christmas at SOLAS Portarlington: Santa, Craft Market & New Antique Shop
The festive season is in full swing at SOLAS, with 200 Christmas trees arriving just in time to kick off the Christmas countdown. As the Toy Show approaches, only a week away, the excitement is palpable. Keep an eye out in the food court for special essential ‘Toy Show treat’ boxes! Building upon last year’s […]
Ireland is expected to generate 97,000 tonnes of packaging waste this Christmas
New Repak research reveals shopper’s attitudes towards sustainability over the festive season Ireland is expected to generate 97,000 tonnes of packaging waste this Christmas, which is a 4% increase on last year’s figures 25% of contamination in recycling waste comes from domestic bins 93% of shoppers in Ireland receive Christmas gifts each year that they don’t use 68% would spend more on sustainable gifts, however shoppers […]
AA Ireland releases Home Security Tips while you are away at Christmas
Christmas is a time when many of us are off work, and we go and visit people over the festive season, but sadly this is the very time that criminals can take the opportunity to ransack your home, just at a time when they know it is laden with expensive gifts. So what can you […]
