Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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1) How did Limerick get its name?
2) What is the population of Limerick?
3) Are there photocopying facilities in the local studies library?
4) Can I get a print-out from the newspapers on microfilm?
5) Are there parking facilities near the Library?
(1) How did Limerick get its name?
According to the Limerick historian Mainchin Seoighe in his book ‘Portrait of Limerick’ (1982) the name ‘very likely comes from ‘Loimeanach’ meaning ‘bare marsh’, a name that originally applied to part of the shoreland of the Shannon immediately below the present city. See also Larry Walsh’s article ‘The Name Limerick’ in ‘The Limerick Anthology’ (1996).
(2) What is the population of Limerick?
According to the 2006 Census the population of Limerick is as follows:
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Males |
Females |
Total |
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| County |
66982 |
64534 |
131516 |
| City |
25698 |
26841 |
52539 |
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(3) Are there photocopying facilities available in Limerick Studies?
Photocopying where permitted is available at 20 cent per A4 or A3 page while colour pages cost 60cent
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(4) Can I get a print-out from the newspapers on microfilm?
Printouts are available from the local newspapers held on microfilm. The cost is 20 cent per sheet. Quality of printout may vary with age and condition.
(5) Are there parking facilities near the Library?
Parking is available in front of the Motor Tax Office which is beside the Limerick Studies Department.
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