columnistsFergus Finlay: Bank advertising makes me sick to the stomachOne CEO might be looking for the return of top management bonuses, but spare a thought for all the heartbroken old ladies saying goodbye to their old sitting rooms, among other everyday scenarios
newsMore than 80 branches opening for the last time todayMore than 920 post offices are offering local banking services such as cash withdrawals and lodgements six days a week
economyAIB and Bank of Ireland add €5.5bn to value since Ulster and KBC first revealed exit plansThe boost for Government-owned banks is bad news for customers as investors believe Ireland faces vastly reduced competition