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Libraries NI Draft New Byelaws

The Board of Libraries NI met on 15 October 2026 and approved revised draft Byelaws.

In line with the requirements of the Libraries Act (Northern Ireland) 2008 the revised draft Byelaws will be available for inspection at the Chief Executive’s Office, Lisburn City Library, 23 Linenhall Street, Lisburn BT28 1FJ, for a period of four weeks between 13 November 2026 and 11 December 2026.

Please contact the Chief Executive’s office on 028 92 635322 to make arrangements to view the draft Byelaws.

Customer Notice - Catalogue (Scheduled Maintenance)
The Libraries NI Catalogue will be unavailable on Monday 23 November from 9:00pm until midnight on 23 November in order to facilitate essential maintenance work. This will affect access to the Catalogue and Libraries NI App (Members will temporarily not be able to log in).  During this period you can visit the Libraries NI website and Libby. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the notices below.

UPDATES RELATING TO LIBRARIES INCLUDING TEMPORARY AND EXCEPTIONAL CLOSURE DATES:

  • Dromore Library's lift is currently unavailable. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • Enniskillen Library:

    The former Enniskillen library facility was closed to enable the redevelopment project to commence, in line with contractual obligations. At the time Libraries NI had anticipated that negotiations for the lease of temporary premises would have concluded shortly afterwards. Unfortunately, circumstances beyond our control have impacted on these plans and lease negotiations are ongoing. We would reassure library customers that securing a temporary library facility in Enniskillen is a priority for us and we are working as quickly as possible to put this in place.

    In this interim period, we have arranged the following services in Enniskillen.

    From Thursday 5 November a book borrowing and activity space in Fermanagh House will be available every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. A selection of books and a range of programming for all age groups will be available, including Knit and Natter, Tea and Newspapers, Rhythm and Rhyme and Lego Club. Click here to view the full range of events available. A small study space will be available afterschool and on Saturday. The opening times in Fermanagh House will be as follows:

    o Thursday 10:00am to 4:00pm

    o Friday 10:00am to 7:30pm

    o Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm.

    UPDATE – Enniskillen Mobile Library Service

    Please note a change to the previously advertised opening hours for the interim Mobile Library service at Cornagrade Road Car Park, Enniskillen.

    From Monday 2 November, the Mobile Library will operate Monday to Wednesday at the following times:

    📚 10:00am – 1:00pm

    📚 1:30pm – 4:00pm

    The afternoon service was previously advertised as finishing at 5:00pm. We apologise for any inconvenience this change may cause and thank you for your understanding.

    From early October we have extended opening hours in Lisnaskea and Irvinestown libraries in place with both libraries offering a wide programme of children’s activities and access to Cultural Heritage resources in Lisnaskea library.

    Libraries NI members can borrow and return items at any public library in Northern Ireland and can access a wide range of free online services, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers at any time.

  • Garvagh Library will close at the earlier time of 5:00pm on Tuesday 10 November. Alternative libraries include Ballymoney.

  • Lisburn City Library's first to second floor escalator currently isn't working. However, there is access to the second floor via the lift and stairs. The automatic doors to the library will be unavailable from Monday 9 November until Friday 20 November, the branch remains open but should you require assistance please call 028 9266 9345.

  • Lisburn City will be closed on Saturday 14 November due to essential maintenance. Alternative libraries include Finaghy and Colin Glen.

  • Warrenpoint Library Temporary Closure

    Due to circumstances beyond our control, Warrenpoint Library will be temporarily closed to allow for essential maintenance works to be carried out. We estimate that the library may be closed for a period of six weeks and during this time, a mobile library will be available.
    *Warrenpoint Library – Temporary Service Update*

    The mobile library service will be available at the library venue every Thursday from 1:30pm – 4:30pm. Warrenpoint Library customers can also use the nearby Newry City and Kilkeel libraries.

    During the closure, items can be renewed online using your library membership card and PIN. Library members can borrow and return items at any public library across Northern Ireland and eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers can also be accessed as normal through our Online Library. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this temporary closure. Please continue to monitor our website and social media channels for further updates. Click here for details of all libraries and opening hours


UPDATES RELATING TO OUT OF HOURS SERVICE, AVAILABLE IN SOME LIBRARIES:

More information on the Out of Hours Service


UPDATES RELATING TO MOBILE LIBRARIES:

UPDATES RELATING TO HOMECALL SERVICE:

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