<P> These are the public holidays observed in Ireland . Public holidays in Ireland (as in other countries) may commemorate a special day or other event, such as Saint Patrick's Day or Christmas Day . On public holidays (sometimes also referred to as bank holidays - a colloquialism), most businesses and schools close . Other services, for example, public transport, still operate but often with reduced schedules . </P> <P> The nine public holidays in Ireland each year are as follows: </P>

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