Trinity College Dublin to ‘dename’ George Berkeley library over slavery links

The library’s continued use of Berkeley’s name was inconsistent with the university’s values, a statement said. Photograph: Trinity College Dublin/PA

Trinity College Dublin is to remove George Berkeley’s name from its biggest library because of the Irish philosopher’s links with slavery in the 18th century.

The university said on Wednesday it would “dename” the Berkeley library and review an academic award that carries his name, as well as portraits of the scholar.