Meath branches of AIB included in €40m refurbishment plan
AIB is to upgrade four of its branches in Co Meath as part of a €40 million nationwide investment in refurbishment
Branch upgrades will cover 112 branches including 35 refurbishments by the end of 2025, with AIB hoping the works will reduce operational carbon emissions by a further 10 per cent.
Refurbishments include investment in banking halls, enhanced customer experience with clear interaction space and privacy for customers with autism friendly standards applied.
Further improvements in accessibility for customers will be included with ATMs upgraded to enhance services for visually impaired customers.
In Meath, Ashbourne, Kells, Navan and Trim branches will have interior and exterior improvements made.
A statement from AIB said the bank was "committed to maintaining its nationwide branch presence, including its current range of cash services."
AIB has the largest branch network in Ireland, serving over three million customers and the bank employs 10,000 people throughout the country.
North Regional Retail Director, Judith Troy said: “AIB has a longstanding commitment to communities across Meath and we’re proud to continue that with improvements being made to our Ashbourne, Kells, Navan and Trim branches. While our customers are availing of our digital services more, they also like to be able to come and talk with us for financial advice and for we’re looking forward to meeting them in our newly upgraded branches.”
Managing Director of Retail Banking Geraldine Casey said “We are delighted to announce this major €40 million investment in our nationwide branch network. While the vast majority of our customers manage their day-to-day finances, when they want and where they want digitally, we recognise that they also value the face-to-face service provided in our branches, particularly when it comes to important financial decisions and support. Our branches will be places where all our customers are comfortable discussing their finances with us in a welcoming environment. That’s why we’re investing €40 million to upgrade these locations and supporting AIB’s strategy to further lower our carbon emissions. We remain committed to these communities and look forward to making further investments in our branch network in the future.