A number of Irish stores are boycotting this year's Black Friday event.
The once-a-year shopping frenzy sees thousands of customers queueing outside stores and bagging major bargains online. However, shoppers have been urged to shun big brand discounts and spend their money locally this Friday.
Champion Green founder, Marian O’Gorman, said: "If we want our local stores and businesses to reopen their doors in January, now is the time to stay loyal." Ireland’s support local campaigners are asking that people support local industry and jobs, and keep money circulating locally, for the sake of healthy vibrant sustainable communities.
