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Disney hikes prices for its streaming service in Ireland

Cost of Disney+ rising by €2 a month as of November as entertainment company announces new ad-supported plan in some European countries

Disney+ is introducing an ad-supported plan in some European countries

Disney has confirmed plans to increase prices for its subscription-based streaming platform in Ireland from November.

The company’s Disney+ service will cost €10.99 per month or €109.90 annually if paid in advance. This compares to current pricing of €8.99 a month and €89.90 per annum currently.

The price hike comes as Disney+ announced it was following in the footsteps of its rival Netflix and launching an ad-supported subscription plan in Europe.

The new subscription plan ...