Cork tattoo studio Love Hate latest business to announce closure amid rising costs

The studio joins the running list of Cork companies to announce its closure in recent weeks

The popular studio was founded by world-famous tattoo artist, Ami James. Pic; Larry Cummins.

Popular Cork city tattoo studio Love Hate Social Club has announced its closure after eight years in business, citing challenges posed by the "rising costs of doing business."

The tattoo studio was established by world-famous US-Israeli artist Ami James, who opened the French Church Street shop as part of his Love Hate chain which also has studios in Miami and London.