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Horse Insurance for the Grand National!

The world’s biggest horse race takes place tomorrow when 40 horses line-up to face 30 fences at Aintree Racecourse. Seabass is the current bookies’ favourite, but who is your money on?

Thousands of spectators and TV viewers across the country will be tuning in tomorrow for all the drama, but unfortunately things do occasionally go wrong. After a home and a car, a horse may be one of the the next most expensive purchases you ever make, so you may wish to protect your investment, and protect yourself with horse insurance.

Paddy Compare is the ideal place to compare horse insurance from providers across Ireland. So no matter who you pick on Saturday, make sure you pick the right insurance and compare horse quotes with Paddy Compare!

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Dublin restaurant owners hit hard by water shortage!

Chaos across Dublin as the water shortage to local restaurants continues. With supplies restricted for 12 hours each night since Thursday, restaurant owners across the City are struggling to stay open. The Restaurants Association of Ireland’s Chief Executive, Adrian Cmmins, said that despite Dublin restaurants paying the highest water rates in Europe, the council have refused to answer telephone calls over the weekend. The shortage has been caused due to an algae problem and the freezing temperatures at a Treatment Plant in Co Wicklow over the last week.

In times like this, restaurant insurance is a must. The right restaurant insurance policy will cover you against loss of income, damages to the property, employers and public liability, equipment breakdown and theft. You can compare restaurant insurance prices with Paddy Compare with just one form. So get a restaurant insurance quote and start saving for your rates bill now.

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More uncertainty for Irish retailers!

More mixed news for Irish retailers this week as the Central Statistics Office announced 0.3% increase in sales in February compared to January this year. Further investigation revealed a range of results as sales in food, drink and tobacco stores grew by 0.5% but sales in books and stationery stores fell by 2.6%. With still limited signs of growth, high unemployment figures and increasing property taxes, are we truly over the worst of it??

In times of uncertainty, finding the right shop insurance policy is a must. Retailer insurance cover will protect your building, stock, shop contents, loss of profits and goods in transit. If you employ anyone you are required by law to have employer’s liability insurance. At Paddy Compare you can compare and speak to a range of shop insurance specialists with just one form. Try it today, it’s free and easy to use.

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200 New Jobs for Waterford

Nypro, a US medical device company has announced the upcoming availability of 200 jobs in Waterford at its new manufacturing facility. It will make advanced respiratory and injectable devices for global medical customers.

The €60m investment is being supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation through IDA Ireland, and Enda Kenny has highlighted the importance of the venture for the southeast.

Paddy Compare provides a platform for the comparison of all types of insurance for customers in Waterford, and across Ireland. Have a look at our website for car insurance, travel insurance, health insurance and business insurance, and see how easy it is to save money with Paddy Compare!

 

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Insurance Travel Insurance

International visitors flock to Ireland

The number of trips to Ireland has risen in the three months to February this year, Central Statistics Office figures report.

North American residents make up the bulk of the increase, with a rise of 10%; equivalent to almost 15,000 additional visitors compared to this time last year. Trips by residents in Europe grew by 5.7% and trips here from other areas jumped over 15%.

If this news is tempting you to make a short trip to America, Europe, or a bit closer to home, then you should check out Paddy Compare’s travel insurance comparison service. Just entering a few simple details could lead you on your way to cheaper insurance for you and your family!

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Home Insurance Insurance

Home Insurance vital during cold weather

The entrenched cold air across Ireland, with the jet stream so far south, means that a chilly Easter is on the cards this coming weekend. The average temperature for March is set to be one of the coldest on record, and problems have been faced by motorists and home-owners across the country this year as temperatures have plummeted.

Home Insurance is vital throughout the year to prevent against any unforeseen circumstances, but it is especially important during colder times when damaged boilers and burst pipes may be an issue; especially those which are outside and uncovered.

Paddy Compare offers a comparison of the entire Irish home insurance market with just one quote form. So fill in your details today to find out how much you could save!

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Business Insurance

Yahoo & McAfee boost jobs in Ireland!

More good news for unemployment figures as the Irish based operations, Yahoo and McAfee are set to create approximately 260 jobs over the next 12 months. The Taoiseach Enda Kenny confirmed the positions during a recent trip to the US and meetings with the Silicon Valley senior executives. Yahoo will hire over 200 people in their Dublin office across a range of service lines and McAfee will recruit around 60 engineers in Cork.

No Matter what size of business you own it is important to get the right business insurance. So whether you own a large Limited company or a one man band, Paddy Compare can help you! A business insurance policy is essential to cover you when times are bad and if you employ staff it is a legal requirement to have employer’s liability insurance. So compare business insurance at Paddy Compare and get a quality quote today!

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Ryanair to buy 175 planes to keep Ireland travelling

Ryanair has sealed a deal with Boeing to purchase 175 new 737-800s, a deal reportedly worth nearly $15.6 billion at current prices.

Ryanair will make use of the planes across Europe as its fleet extends to 400 aircraft, serving 100 million passengers per year.

We recently reported about Ryanair’s potential takeover of Aer Lingus, and today’s news confirms the company’s ambitious plans for the Irish and European airline industry.

If you happen to be making use of Ryanair, or any other companies for your business trips, holidays or weekend breaks this year, look no further than Paddy Compare for all of your travel insurance needs.

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Samsung Galaxy S4 – Gadget insurance!

Samsung Electronics is set to launch the new Galaxy S4 which is the latest addition to the high-end smartphone market. The Galaxy S4 boasts a 5-inch screen and a new slightly thinner body that its S3 predecessor. This recent launch puts even more pressure on Apple and a recent survey by Strategy Analytics suggested that Samsung’s Galaxy S3 overtook Apple’s iPhone 4S as the world’s best-selling smartphone for the first time in the third quarter of last year.

As these devices become more involved in our everyday lives, it makes sense to get gadget insurance. The right gadget cover will provide you with peace of mind as your travel to work and go about your busy lives. At Paddy Compare you can compare gadget insurance policies from a range of specialist gadget insurers throughout Ireland with one simple online form. So whether you need iPad insurance, iPhone insurance or laptop insurance, you have come to the right place. Get a gadget quote today!

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Rising profits in insurance firms!

One of the UK’s largest insurers Esure is set to make a £1.1 billion valuation debut in the London Stock Exchange this month. Esure provides home insurance and motor insurance, covering approximately 5% of all UK motorists.

Local insurer FBD Group also recently announced a 5.3% increase in profits to €52.9 million and a 29% increase in final dividend. The Group’s chief executive Andrew Langford welcomed the news and said that 2012 was another “excellent year” for the firm.

With so many insurers seeing growth and a rise in profits, no wonder insurance premiums are on the rise. At Paddy Compare you can compare insurance from across the whole market with just one simple form. So try Paddy Compare and find yourself a better insurance deal today.