Topics summarized in this annual report of the Library Association for 1973 include the advent of the British Library; effects of local government reorganization upon public libraries and their staffs; possible introduction of a public lending right; threat of VAT on books and journals, and effects on the Open University libraries; increased book…

Topics summarized in this annual report of the Library Association for 1974 include continued development in international cooperation; the future of professional qualifications; a Working Party on Association Services report regarding the efficient running of the Association; careful budget planning due to the steady advance of inflation;…

Topics summarized in this annual report of the Library Association for 1975 include reduction of number and functions of standing committees; continued international relations; success of the Commonwealth Library Association (COMLA); professional library education; cuts in library expenditure; association membership; research and development…

Discusses the findings of a four-year study of 10 United Kingdom secondary schools which evaluated school library services to students with disabilities. Interviews and observations focused on the relationship between school library staff and special education staff, and the effect this had on library provision and information skills acquisition…