Is there anywhere around Dublin where I could buy such a battery?
http://www.computerbatteries.co.uk/gb3/m/fujitsu-siemens/amilo-l6825.html (Here it is)
Secondly-it seems fairly straightforward to replace-one thing to watch is for electrical shock-should I do it myself?
CCOVICH, I found one on eBay — from what looks like a reputable seller — for Stg£45.99 plus £12.99 courier delivery to Ireland (=+€88?). [broken link removed] the link, in case you can access it elsewhere later, and a clickable thumbnail, if not. 2-4 days for delivery, according to the seller. [broken link removed]
If you like — seeing as we 'know' each other! — I'd be happy to order it for you and you could fix me up later. Pm me a delivery address, if so.