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The Consumer Council is the voice for Northern Ireland consumers. We aim to provide consumer information and skills to all, so that consumers can make informed choices in a complex market place.

What's New delivers timely and relevant information on Consumer Council work happening today. If you would like further information, contact the Consumer Council on 028 9067 2488.

• Eco-world launch at W5, The Odyssey Arena, Belfast on Tuesday 29 April 2008

  Ecoworld is an interactive game developed by the Consumer Council and CCEA to encourage young
  people to make responsible choices and help our planet.
  We have a fun day planned, with lots of special guests,entertainment and lunch.

• Consumer Council launches draft Corporate Plan 2008-11 for consultation

  The Consumer Council's objective in developing the draft Corporate Plan 2008-11 was to make it inclusive, meaningful, forward-looking and relevant to consumers, our partners and our Government. We want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has given generously of their time, feedback and views on our future priorities so far.
  
  The consultation exercise will close on 12 March 2008, and your views should reach us by then. Responses should be sent to info@consumercouncil.org.uk.

• Last call for Schools Poster Competition 2008 entries - 25 April 2008

  The Schools Poster competition is open to primary school pupils in Years 4-5 and 6-7 and to special school pupils age 12 and under and age 13-18. This year it also includes Infant and Primary schools Year 1-3.
  
  The winner of each age category will receive £100 for their school and a £50 gift voucher and the two runners up will win £50 for their school and a £25 gift voucher. Every entrant receives a Consumer Council Certificate of Achievement.

• The Consumer Council 12 top tips for Christmas 2007

  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Consumer Council. Here's some top tips to make your money go further over the festive season:

• Concerned about missing child benefit personal details? Click here.

  information provided on the loss of information files announced by the Government today

• Save £1,700 for Christmas 2007 with the Consumer Council's Home Budget Planner

  Northern Ireland consumers spend £33 each week with no recollection of what they spent it on - that's £1,700 every year!
  
  The Home Budget Planner is a step-by-step guide to managing your income and outgoings. It shows clearly where your money goes, where you can cut back and how you can save for unexpected bills and events like Christmas, birthdays and holidays. It also helps with setting priorities for the essential bills like mortgage, rent, electricity and heat.

• Consumer Chief Crowned Public Sector Personality of the Year

  Eleanor Gill, Chief Executive of the Consumer Council, has been crowned public sector personality of the year at a glittering awards presentation last night (4 October). The prestigious event honoured the cream of Northern Ireland business personalities and organisations.

• Teachers - has your school registered for this year's Young Consumers Competition?

  The Consumer Council's Young Consumers Competition aims ot raise young people's awareness of their consumer rights and responsibilites. To find out how your school can win a trophy and cash prize click on the link above.

• CASH, CHEQUES AND CARDS – PAST, PRESENT OR FUTURE?

  The Consumer Council is hosting an event today to look at how we access and transfer our money. Will we be using cheques for much longer? What would we do if we couldn’t get money from the cash machine? These are just some of the many questions posed to representatives from financial institutions, local government, the public, community and voluntary sectors at a conference at the Stormont Hotel today in partnership with the Payments Council.

• OFT take banks to the High Court. What does this mean for you?

  The Consumer Council believes this is a significant and long awaited step. When the judgement is made consumers will know the cost of a fair charge and will be able claim back the money, with legal certainty.