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Irish consumers have for many years been poorly served by the high costs of doing business or procuring services in many industries. While the world has moved on by reducing fees through increased competition and the use of new technologies, certain industries in Ireland cling to old-fashioned fee structures and cosy cartel-type pricing.

The financial industry is among the worst. Everywhere you look there are hidden or opaque fees and commissions which are ...