Shops Open on New Year's Day in Ireland

New Year's Day (January 1) is a public holiday in Ireland. Opening varies:

• Convenience Stores (24/7): Spar, Centra, Mace, Daybreak – most open normal hours.
• Petrol Station Shops: Applegreen, Circle K, Topaz – typically 24/7.
• Pharmacies: Some rotate emergency cover; check local listings.
• Hospitals: A&E always open.
• Pubs/Nightclubs: Many open late (special license); regular hours resume Jan 2.
• Supermarkets (Tesco, Dunnes, SuperValu, Aldi, Lidl): Usually closed or limited hours (check locally).

Always verify with specific outlet; hours change annually.