This article is from page 6 of the 2012-07-31 edition of The Clare People. OCR mistakes are to be expected so download the original SWF or the rendered page 6 JPG
TWO branches of AIB in Clare will close in October.
Ironically, both branches will close in West Clare, the homeland of Head of Branch Banking, Denis O’Callaghan.
Late last week, the bank announced that it was closing its branches in Kilkee and Kildysart as it reorganises its branch network.
The Kilkee branch was opened five days a week, servicing the tour- ist town.
It was manned by two staff members from the Kilrush branch compliment, who will now be absorbed again by the main branch.
The Kildysart branch was opened just three days a week and its two staff members will return to work in the main Ennis branch of the bank.
Mary Arthur from AIB Kilkee explained that the changes would come into affect from October 26, when the Kilkee branch will locate to Frances Street in Kilrush.
“I know that you (the customer) may be disappointed to see your branch closing but I want to assure you that we will be making every effort to minimise any disruption and inconvenience to you.
“Staff from your branch will move to Kilrush, transferring all account records, so from your point of view; you will not have to change anything.
All your account numbers, cheque books, direct debits, standing orders, ATM/debit cards and any credit facilities and terms on these facilities will remain exactly the same.
“If you have any questions, just ask one of the team, we will be happy to help,” she said.
Margaret Burns, AIB Kildysart, said that the Kildysart branch would move to Ennis.
Customers’ details will also transfer automatically to Ennis.
“All customers will receive a letter from us.
“If you are a business customer, one of our SME Specialists will be available to help you with all your business banking arrangements,” she said.