Yes, when renting with Customers Own Insurance (COI). Also when travelling abroad, renter must ensure successful repatriation back to our base in Kildare so we require that all renters purchase either of the following prior to rental:
a) An AA European 5 star policy which also covers accidents, breakdowns and recovery.
More information can be found here http://www.theaa.ie/AA/Insurance/European-Breakdown-Cover/5-Star-Areas-of-Cover.aspx
OR
b) An Alternative, if you are travelling with Irish Ferries, further information can be found here: http://www.irishferries.com/uk-en/faq/insurance/