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As predicted there have been further breaches in safety in staffless libraries. Technology cannot and will not prevent these incidents. Staffless libraries are inherently unsafe. … More Further breaches of safety in staffless libraries.
We believe the Irish public library service stands at a crossroads. Strategies developed now will determine the future direction of the service. We believe the possible introduction of staffless libraries to be a retrograde step by altering the ethos of universal access and by endangering the public and children through inadequate safety measures. The staffless libraries also represent an opportunity cost as yet undetermined as every Euro spent on the staffless library system represents resources that could have been spent on community events and stock. The presence of library staff is a factor in influencing library utilization and performance, generating social capital and enriching communities. Strategies developed now should be based on evidence and sound research. If library hours are to be extended then they should be staffed.
… More STAFF OUR LIBRARIES COMMUNITY GROUP SUBMISSION FOR NATIONAL LIBRARY STRATEGY 2018-2022.
Confidential Draft National Libraries Ireland Strategy 2018-2022 We are a bit confused-I thought you consulted the public and stakeholders first and then drafted a strategy not the other way around! What is the point in asking the public and community organisations to make submissions when the strategy has already been more or less decided. Included … More Confidential Draft National Libraries Strategy 2018-2022
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