... deposit in the UK and a review of the issues that have affected its progress. The working party's report in July 1998 (British Library, 1998) concluded that, in the longer term, only statutory deposit could secure a comprehensive national published archive. The Secretary of State responded: Because...

...Alan Day Architecture British Library Buildings Libraries Faced in these columns with a book, written by a professional architect, which is intended for “anyone interested in modern architecture”, a mere librarian is wise to watch where he is treading very carefully, even though...

...Alice Prochaska The purpose and current structure of the British Library are outlined and reviewed in the light of demands and opportunities of the digital age. The problems of the Library’s role in preserving the national published archive are indicated in relation to electronic products...

...Stuart James Gives an account of the history of the British Library Round Reading Room, situated in the courtyard of the British Museum site at Bloomsbury, London. Includes details of the other reading rooms, and the driving force behind the development of not just the reading room, but the British...

...Alan Day Is an account of the author’s experiences as a library user on the first day of opening of the British Library at its new St Pancras site, 24 November 1997. Rates the services available favourably, and provides suggested further reading on the opening of the library, and the background...

...Alan Day Relates the story of public indignation at the British Library’s attempt to secure lottery funds for an extension to the St Pancras building. Follows the Library’s struggle to maintain services in the light of the Government’s 1996‐97 funding levels. Examines in detail the National Audit...

... and Developments in the UK , British Library R & D Report 6214, British Library R & D Department , London , 1995 . While quality management and related activities are either well‐established or have been put in place in a number of special libraries, they are still in the process of being...