Libraries
Also on this page: Catalogues | Organisations | Archives
Key links
KnowUK for Libraries, museums & archives
Westminster Libraries
Your local, free, public library service. Includes details of each library, services available and access to the online catalogues.
The British Library
The website of the UK's national library, with access to their catalogue.
UNESCO Libraries Portal
International gateway to information of interest to librarians and library users.
Health Libraries
A key link for health libraries in London is London links which, as well as information resources for health library staff, contains a list of all the health libraries in London. Health Information Resources (formerly the National Library for Health) is an important gateway to health information for both the public and health professionals.
Catalogues
UK Public Libraries & catalogues on the web
Regularly updated listing. It's also possible to view libraries by area, eg: London.
COPAC
Merged access to the catalogues of the large research libraries in the UK & Ireland.
LibDex
Searchable international directory, with links to web-based catalogues where available.
Organisations
M25 Consortium of Higher Education Libraries
Details of over 160 college and university libraries in the London area, with access details and information on their stock, including searchable access to the London University Union List of Serials and a union catalogue of univeristy libraries in London.
SCONUL
A scheme whereby students from one UK institution can use the library of another, if their 'home' institution is a member.
CILIP
The professional body for library staff in the UK (formerly the Library Association). Includes careers advice for library and information workers and job vacancies.
MLA London
The regional agency for Archives, Libraries & Museums. Part of the national body, the MLA: home of the People's Network and the Enquire 24hr real time reference service.
DCMS
Government department responsible for public library policy in the UK.
Archives
Westminster Archives Centre
Information about the fantastic resources and services available at the Archives Centre, including details of events and publications.
London Metropolitan Archives
Collections and services of the City of London's archive service, which incorporates the archives of the former Greater London Council.
UNESCO Archives Portal
International gateway to information of interest to archivists and archive users.
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