INTERLIBRARY LENDING IN THE UNITED KINGDOM, 1977–78

The major developments in library co‐operation and inter/ending within the regional and local schemes are highlighted. Emphasis is placed on the report of the working party of the National Committee on Regional Library Co‐operation on the respective roles of the regional systems and the Lending Division, and the emergence of further co‐operative activities within regions as a result of the report. A further selection of local schemes serving industry are described, and a review of inter/ending activities between university libraries is presented. The year appeared to be one of buoyancy and development, with an increase in personal contacts through inter/ending seminars.