One submission to county planners from a member of the public called for the lettering to be retained and changed regularly to spell different phrases.

The bank closed on April 21st last as the company exited the Irish market.

The bank became vacant when the company left the Irish market at the end of April.

Ulster Bank shut their doors on the Square in the town along with others across the country on the 21st of April.

Planning permission has already been lodged for change of use of the Longford branch.

Supports are in place for vulnerable customers who've yet to close their accounts.

County Planners will decide on application in April.

The bank has confirmed that transactions will cease on the 31st of March, including services through An Post.