*** APOLOGIES FOR CROSS-POSTING *** There are still some places available on this seminar. UC&R LONDON "Co-operating across London libraries: a staff, stuff and stakeholder approach" Co-operation across libraries in London is much talked about but what are the realities at the coalface? This informal event will explore the implications for library staff and users, of increased collaboration between libraries: what is the impact on collection development? how do libraries train staff to cope with the increase in policies and influx of users? what are the benefits for users? is it a "good thing"? Speakers: * Keith Webster, Librarian and Director of Information Services, School of Oriental and African Studies * Caroline Lloyd, Reader Services Librarian, Birkbeck College * Christine Muller, Deputy Head of Learning and Information Services, South Bank University * Kate Purcell, Media Librarian, London College of Fashion Target audience: library assistants, middle and senior managers Date and time: Tuesday 23rd October 2001 6-8pm Venue: Institute of Education - Details: Room 691, Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0AL http://ioewebserver.ioe.ac.uk/ioe/getting_to.html for map Wine and light refreshments will be provided and there will be a charge of £5 on the door. In order to plan for catering requirements, please book a place by contacting Anne McIlwaine ([log in to unmask]; 020 7679 2612). #################### Anne McIlwaine Assistant Librarian, Staff Development Library Services University College London Gower Street London WC1E 6BT 020 7679 2612 [log in to unmask] http://www.ucl.ac.uk/Library/