This is anecdotal.
A friend of mine, a very eminent University Librarian moved. One of the first things he did was go to join the City library.
He had not then found a permanent home, was just about to rent, but had a driving licence, but no utility bills. He was not allowed to join the library until he could provide them
How utterly ridiculous is that, how uninviting and over bureaucratic.
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From: lis-pub-libs: UK Public Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Abigail Luthmann
Sent: 01 September 2011 08:38
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Subject: Proof of ID - to ask or not to ask
Hello all,
Does your authority require proof of name/address for library membership?
Do you have different categories of membership dependent on whether ID can be presented?
If you do not ask for any proof at all what has been the impact of this - ie. greater membership / increased loss of stock?
Any evidence or impressions from your own authorities is gratefully received. Responses will be summarised for the list.
Many thanks,
Abigail Luthmann
Equal Access Manager
East Sussex Library and Information Service
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