As a library in the Midlands with a sizable collection of Middle Eastern manuscripts, I am writing to enquire what libraries with no relevant inhouse conservation expertise do to cater for the conservation of their Middle Eastern manuscripts and archives. I would appreciate hearing from you, especially from those in Central England. Please write to me off-list and I will post a summary for the list Best wishes, Meline Nielsen Collections Care Manager Special Collections Information Services University of Birmingham B15 2TT Tel. (0)121 414 4429 Email: [log in to unmask]