Substantial renovation works have successfully been completed on the Baldoyle Library in Fingal.

Renovations, which took place over the past months, included upgraded computer rooms and new desk areas with power supplies for research and study; new pocket seating and informal seating areas for reading and relaxation; a children's library reading area, activity room and desks to promote social learning; and a new sensory garden for inclusive play and learning. 

Works also included a suite of energy efficiency improvements. As well as the installation of a heat pump, sliding timber sash windows have been upgraded to improve comfort levels along with energy efficiency. Solar PV panels installed on suitable roof space contribute to renewable energy on site.

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The Mayor of Fingal Cllr. Brian McDonagh officially reopened the library on Friday, May 23. The Mayor was joined by Fingal County Council's Director of Economic, Enterprise, Tourism, and Cultural Development John Quinlivan and County Librarian Betty Boardman.

Mayor of Fingal Cllr Brian McDonagh said: "I am delighted to reopen Baldoyle Library. The renovation works have delivered a better and more modernised facility that will serve the community in Baldoyle for years to come."

Director of Economic, Enterprise, Tourism, and Cultural Development John Quinlivan added: "We're really pleased to be reopening Baldoyle Library not just with the improvements to the library but as one of the first public buildings in the Council's stock to be decarbonised by retrofitting with a heat pump. This is an important step on our journey to phasing out fossil fuels in line with the Public Sector Climate Action Strategy and Fingal's Climate Action Plan."

Baldoyle Library can be contacted by email: [email protected] or telephone: 01 890 6793.