I have little regard for the banking system here. Once upon a time [are you sitting comfortably, children?] I could phone my local bank branch and have a simple query answered. But those days are long gone. Without exception, banks … Continue reading →
It looks like I may have finally won one of life’s little battles. Last year Ulster Bank announced they were thinking of leaving the Irish market. Only thinking, mind you, nothing definite. As the months rolled by, I didn’t see … Continue reading →
I thought things were going smoothly at last. My quest to change banks is almost over. I have notified everyone of any importance about the new account so all my direct debits and the like should work. I reckon there … Continue reading →
Prices here [as in most places] are rising rapidly. I noticed on my last oil bill that it was almost double what I had paid a year ago. Petrol, food and power are all going through the roof. Naturally, a … Continue reading →
