Ireland is set for a period of "prolonged inflation" as the cost of living continues to soar, hitting hard working people.
Inflation across the euro area rose to 8.6% in June according to an initial estimate by statistical agency Eurostat.
Ireland was reportedly estimated at 9.6%, higher than many forecasters had predicted.
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And with many households beginning to struggle with the soaring prices, it's important to be aware of the best deals in shops at the moment that could save you big.
Here's some offers that could help you out in July.
Lidl's three-day 80% off sale
Lidl Ireland have announced six new warehouse clearance sales across their stores. Taking place in store across Sligo, Shackleton, Wicklow, Shankill, Youghal and Tralee, for a limited time only, from Thursday, 7th July to Sunday, 10th July.
The warehouse clearance sales will house 100’s of Lidl’s most covetable middle aisle items and more, with up to 80% off. Items will range from kitchen appliances, accessories, DIY tools, health and fitness accessories, kids’ toys and much more.
Big savings can be made shopping Lidl’s top of the range tech products without breaking the bank. Offers include a Sharp LG 4K UHD Smart TV 50, RRP €549.99, now on sale for €399.99. For those looking for a new work or college laptop, Lidl have the Avita Laptop Pura A9, RRP €479.99, now on sale for €299.99.
For the baker or bread maker in your life, the Kenwood Kitchen Mixer is a must have, RRP €169.00, now €99.99. If smoothies are your thing, the Nutribullet Blender will not disappoint, RRP €99.99, now €69.99.
Those passionate about cooking, Lidl have the perfect Stainless Steel Pan Set, RRP €69.99, now €59.99, and a 28cm Ceramic Pan, RRP €34.99, now €24.99, that is bound to help you create a range of delicious meals for years to come.
And many more offers could be found in store.
Dunnes Stores game-changing offer
Does your weekly shop amount to €150? Well, in Dunnes you could get €30 off if you had the €10 off every €50 spent vouchers.
The handy scheme reimburses you with a new voucher every time you use one, meaning you can get a tenner off your €50 plus shop every single week.
Thousands use the voucher scheme which could be worth looking into if you're struggling with weekly costs.
Tesco clubcard
Thousands of people shop in Tesco every day but not all of them have a clubcard, a big mistake for frequent shoppers.
Tesco points will lead to vouchers and there are even some offers that are solely for clubcard members, today there is 22 food-shop discounts available for example.
So if you're a regular in Tesco, July could be the month to get signed up.
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