Online gambling:In 2007 I decided to invest in shares. The bank ones in particular are now almost worthless. I have lost more money on those than I will ever lose on all the bets placed on Paddy Power's website. – Graham

I'd have thought being a gambler of any sort would be a sure-fire way of getting a loan from any Irish bank – and for at least €100 million! – Peter B

3 Mobile

That is an incredible story (PriceWatch, March 2nd). I hope that Emily will seek assurances from 3 that the person who set up this account didn't do the same thing to others. Presumably reeling in new customers or upgrading contracts earns commission for telesales sharks! – Laura

Stena

A return rail and sail journey from Belfast to Glasgow via Stranraer booked through Stena in Ireland cost €184 for two. The same journey booked through Stena in the UK is £92, or €109. – Ronan McKernan