Dublin City Libraries hosts a number of government and non-government organisations offering support and advice to members of the public. Those organisations include FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres), FISC (Financial Information Service Centres), and the CIC (Citizens Information Centres).
Note: Dates / times may vary, please check with location in advance.
Citizens Information Centres (CICs)
Citizens Information Centres (CICs) provide free, impartial and confidential information. They provide integrated information across the full range of state services and entitlements as well as local services and supports.
Donaghmede Branch Library
Every Tuesday from 10.30am - 12.30pm.
Tel. 01 8482833
Ballymun Branch Library
Every Thursday and Friday from 10.30am - 12.30pm.
Tel. 01 8421890
Raheny Library
First Tuesday of every month at 11am – 2pm.
Tel. 01 831 5521
Financial Information Services Centre (FISC)
Provides free and confidential financial advice to people or organisations unable to afford the professional services of accountants.
Ballymun Branch Library
Financial Information Services Centre takes place 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7 - 8pm
Tel. 01 8421890
Money Advice and Budgeting Service
The primary aim of MABS is to help people cope with debt and to take control of their own finances. The service is free, confidential and independent. The service is funded by the Department of Social & Family Affairs.
Ballyfermot Branch Library
Monday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.00pm.
Free Legal Advice Centre (FLAC)
FLAC is a non-governmental organisation which campaigns for full and equal access to justice for all and which promotes and operates a range of services to meet the legal needs of those living in poverty.
Ballymun Branch Library
Every Tuesday and Thursday 7.00 - 8.00pm
Tel. 01 8421890
Community Law Centres
Ballymun Branch Library
Ballymun Community Law Centre (a full-time legal centre for Ballymun residents offering representation and advice) operates a drop-in centre in the library on the second Tuesday of each month.
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Consumer Advice Clinic
Donaghmede Branch Library
Every second Friday 10.00am - 11.30am (strictly by appointment)
Please telephone to book an appointment and to check dates.
Tel. 01 8482833
Volunteer Ireland Information Stands
Volunteer Ireland information stands offer advice on volunteering opportunities in Ireland and within the community.
Ballymun Library
First Tuesday of every month 2 - 4pm
Cabra Library
Third Wednesday of every month - 5pm
Drumcondra Library
Second Thursday of every month 6 - 8pm
Finglas Library
Last Thursday of every month 3 - 5pm
Raheny Library
First Wednesday of every other month, from 3-5pm