TUSA has been chosen as the a name for the in-store banking operation, a joint venture between Superquinn and TSB Bank.

The operation will open in the autumn in Superquinn's stores in Blanchardstown, Clonmel, Dundalk, Knocklyon and Lucan.

Tusa will initially employ 30 people. This could rise to 80 over time according to a Superquinn/ TSB statement.

Tusa is being set up as an agent of TSB subject to Central Bank approval.