Libraries

Public libraries provide online access to allow library users to join the library, reserve books, and view and renew their loans.

Public libraries provide printers, photocopiers and scanners for public use.

Public libraries lend large print books to library members.

Public libraries provide a range of free, online language courses to library members.

Public libraries lend Irish language novels, non-fiction books and audiobooks to library members.

Public libraries provide online language learning resources and eBooks in Irish. They also run children's events and activities through Irish to support and promote the Irish language.

Public libraries provide free internet access to library members.

Library members may request specialised items through the inter library loan system that are not available in the Irish public library system.

Public libraries hold resource collections, run workshops and classes and provide information on health related matters to improve health and well being in communities as part of the Healthy Ireland at Your Library Programme.