Garden building brand Powersheds is stepping up its expansion into Ireland, supported by logistics specialist Expect Distribution, as it responds to growing demand for adaptable outdoor buildings. The venture builds on the successful relationship between the two businesses, starting in 2019, with Expect also set to launch a fleet of Powersheds branded delivery vehicles in the UK as the company increases its presence. Alongside selling [...]

Rathwood was the most complained-about company in Ireland during the first six months of 2026, according to new figures from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). The Carlow-based home and garden retailer was named in 737 contacts to the CCPC helpline between January and June, more than three times the number recorded for Ryanair, which was second on the list with 238 contacts. Sky, [...]

Retail Excellence Ireland (REI), the largest representative body for the retail industry in Ireland, has called on the Government to cut employers’ PRSI in Budget 2027 in order to save retail jobs. The trade body launched its ‘Cut PRSI, Keep Jobs’ campaign this week, with SME retailers and their employees gathering at locations around the country to highlight the impact of rising costs on the [...]