1926 Census At Last!
20 Apr 2026
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The census was released exactly on schedule at midnight on the 18th April. You can access it here. I’m sure you’ve been tuned into all
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The National Library of Ireland is delighted to announce its 2026 Conservation Internship.
The internship is part of the Heritage Council’s commitment to the promotion of best practice for conservation in Ireland. The intern will work on a variety of collections from the manuscript, printed and visual collections of the National Library of Ireland, as well as assisting in the preparation and installation of exhibitions and loans. The intern will be encouraged to publish and present their work to different and diverse audiences.
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Please note that the closing date for receipt of applications is 10th April 2026, at 3pm
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