Public toilets at some locations in Dublin City Centre have been removed.
Dublin City Council says it's due to lack of use by members of the public.
The council says there was no fixed plan as to the length of time the toilets were to remain in place, and it's become apparent the limited usage figures do not justify continued provision.
The temporary toilet blocks at both Grafton Street and Wolfe Tone Square remain in place.
Usage figures at Grafton Street have dropped from 19,000 people per week to under 10,000 people per week.
Long Term Solution
In a statement, Dublin City Council says: "The majority of people coming to the city centre are coming to engage in retail or hospitality businesses. A significant number of these businesses provide toilet facilities for their customers. Dublin City Council also provides toilet facilities at 6 locations in the City Centre.
"The usage figures at locations in outlying areas suggest that people would rather access toilet facilities at other close by locations rather than use temporary toilet facilities. The situation will be monitored with regard to public health guidelines and issues that may arise from large crowds gathering with Dublin City Council intervening if issues arise.
"Dublin City Council has committed to finding a longer term permanent solution to public toilet provision in the City over the coming months."
