there’s primark’s clothing which is largely made in Ireland
What makes you think that? Only two of the 793 factories Primark sources its products from are in Ireland and only eight of them are in the EU. (Source)
because they lean on automation, not because of sweatshops
What makes you think that? Only two of the 793 factories Primark sources its products from are in Ireland and only eight of them are in the EU. (Source)
Just have a look at this or this.