Here . . .Dublin: DID Electrical, Belgard Road, 369; Arnotts, Middle Abbey Street, 369; Philips, Dame Street, 429
Belfast: Dixons, Donegall Arcade, 570
Cork: Dwyer Electrical, €360
Dundalk: Lally's, Clanbrassil Street, 399
Galway: Audiovision, Mary Street, 399
Limerick: Newsoms, William Street, 369
There . . .
Amsterdam: Experts Mons, Southern Canal District, 599
London: Currys, Camden, 570
Madrid: El Corte Inglés, Peciados, 399
New York: Radioshack, Manhattan, €205
All prices for a 28-inch Philips except New York, which is for an RCA equivalent
Next week: funeral wreaths
What you've found . . .
A number of readers have got in touch to query the difference between the euro and sterling prices of The Irish Times, which, at €1.50 and 75p, are not straight conversions. According to a spokesman for The Irish Times, the prices are set at levels relevant to the markets in which it is sold. "Conditions are different in Northern Ireland and the Republic. In fact, most UK broadsheets cost less than The Irish Times, but we continue to keep our sterling price under review. There is another relevant factor, unique to The Irish Times. The paper is owned by a trust. The main object of the trust is that The Irish Times be published 'as an independent newspaper primarily concerned with serious issues for the benefit of the community throughout the whole of Ireland'. This places a special obligation on The Irish Times to be available and competitive in the North."
If you notice a significant price increase or discrepancy, let us know by e-mailing pricewatch@irish-times.ie
