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30th November 2023
11:39am GMT

CEO of Bank of Ireland Retail Ireland Susan Russel said this of the impact:
"Our thoughts are with those injured and affected by last Thursday’s appalling events, especially the children and their carer at Parnell Square, the members of An Garda Síochána who worked to protect the city during the night, and communities and businesses in Dublin City.
“This violence hurt Dublin. It was bad for everyone who lives, works, studies, visits, and does business in the city.
“We’ve been doing business in Dublin for 240 years, and today we have thousands of customers and colleagues in the city centre. This year we’re especially proud to be part of Dublin City Council’s Dublin Winter Lights initiative. This will see our College Green building lighting up spectacularly during December, along with some of the city’s other landmark buildings. Dublin is a great European city, and I hope as many people as possible visit over the coming month."
Many Dublin retail businesses faced break-ins on the night of the riots, including Arnotts, Foot Locker, and more. Countries have also warned their citizens about travelling to Dublin in the wake of the violence. Tropical Popical owner Andrea Horan took to social media to plead with residents and tourists alike not to give up on Dublin in a heartfelt post. Header image via Getty READ ON: - A cosy new wine bar has opened on Stephen's Green - Ireland's first rage room has launched in Ballyfermot - 'Good food, drinks, music & art' - The Dunmore officially opens in Rathmines today