The closures were announced back in March but come into effect at the end of business today.

They made an agreement on a contract with Brinks, to provide the facility in the front wall of the building at Market Street.

Five branches in Cavan and Monaghan will close next Friday.

It's been described as a "last ditch attempt to keep the ATM".

Errigal Contracts picked up the prize at the recent "Ireland's Best Managed Companies Awards".

A Bank of Ireland spokesperson says a new partnership with An Post will offer customers longer opening hours than traditional bank branches.

Customers will receive a letter informing them of a closure date at least 12 weeks in advance.

It's the latest development in the Irish banking sector.