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Dublin City Council will finalize a contract for a new clothes bank operator within two weeks, allowing for a roll-out in April. Councillor Donna Cooney raised concerns about dumping issues at existing banks, prompting the council to address these problems.

The new clothes banks will include closeable drawers to mitigate scavenging. The council is also planning CCTV installation at select locations to deter dumping, expected to begin by the end of Q2 2026.

Previously, the council had issued a tender for operators, emphasizing accountability in waste management. A report on the new provider's benefits to the circular economy will be published once the contract is awarded.