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Hi Wendy, From my point of view the recommendations are a little ambitious. For information, our current performance (09/10) in these areas is as follows: Talking Books: Acquisitions per 1000 population - 6.5 % of annual additions to stock - 2.75% % of overall stock - 6% % of overall annual issues - 3.5% Large Print: Acquisitions per 1000 population - 11 % of annual additions to stock - 4.75% % of overall stock - 3% % of overall annual issues - 5% Whilst there is scope for some additional investment in these two types of stock, it's highly unlikely that we'd be able to achieve the recommended figures within current budgetary constraints. Regards, Richard. Richard Aird Senior Officer Library Services Tel: 01389 608040 Mob: 07903 228952 Email: [log in to unmask] Twitter: libr8 Libraries Section Educational Services West Dunbartonshire Council 19 Poplar Road Broadmeadow Industrial Estate DUMBARTON G82 2RJ -----Original Message----- From: lis-pub-libs: UK Public Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Wendy Taylor Sent: 22 February 2011 14:44 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Good practice recommendations for large print and audio acquisitions RNIB is putting together some good practice recommendations for public libraries purchasing of large print and audio. Based on the evidence of best practice we have, RNIB is recommending that public libraries purchase: 10 hard copy audio titles per 1000 resident population per annum 20 large print titles per 1000 resident population per annum I would be grateful for any feedback on how helpful and realistic these guidelines are. Many thanks Wendy Wendy Taylor Librarian, Bibliographic Services RNIB National Library Service Far Cromwell Road Bredbury Stockport SK6 2SG Tel: 0161 355 2093 Email: [log in to unmask] Even though your eyesight might be fine, your eyes aren't necessarily healthy. An eye test could save your sight www.rnib.org.uk/happyeyes The information contained in this message is confidential and is intended for the addressee only. If you have received this message in error or there are any problems please notify the originator immediately at - [log in to unmask] The unauthorised use, disclosure, copying or alteration of this message is strictly forbidden. West Dunbartonshire Council will not be liable for direct, special, indirect or consequential damages arising from alteration of the contents of this message by a third party or as a result of any virus being passed on. Unless expressly stated to the contrary, this email and its contents shall not have any contractually binding effect on West Dunbartonshire Council or its clients and any writings which are or could form the basis of any agreement are subject to contract.