Banking Sector
Dail Éireann — 2021-11-09
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Brendan Smith (FF), Cavan-Monaghan

The banking landscape in this country is changing dramatically. The departure of Ulster Bank will impact seriously on the Border region in particular. KBC is also leaving the country. The decision by Bank of Ireland to close one third of its branch network has also caused great disquiet in many communities throughout the country. At the same time as these bank closures are happening, households and businesses still need traditional banking services as much as ever. I hope that the Minister can give some good news about a banking forum.

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Sitting date: 2021-11-09