We sent overdues via text messages, using a NHS.net email account.  It’s really simple to use and costs nothing!

 

Kind regards,

Gary

 

Gary Sutton

Knowledge & Library Services Manager

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Warrington & Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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From: UK medical/ health care library community / information workers [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Graham, Catherine (KC)
Sent: 29 August 2012 14:44
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Subject: FW: Using text messages to contact readers

 

Hello

It would be really helpful if anyone who uses text messages to contact readers about overdue books etc could get in touch. We are considering using texting and are interested in finding out other peoples’ experience of this.

 

Kindest regards

 

Catherine Graham

Development Lead,

Library & Knowledge Services

Northumberland Tyne & Wear NHS Foundation Trust

Knowledge Centre

Walkergate Park

Benfield Road

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE6 4QD

 

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