British Librarianship and Information Work 2001–2005
British Librarianship and Information Work 2001–2005

Author: J.H. Bowman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-04-15

Total Pages: 567

ISBN-13: 1317171888

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This important reference volume covers developments in aspects of British library and information work during the five year period 2001-2005. Over forty contributors, all of whom are experts in their subject, provide an overview of their field along with extensive further references which act as a starting point for further research. The book provides a comprehensive record of library and information management during the past five years and will be essential reading for all scholars, library professionals and students.

British Librarianship and Information Work 1991–2000
British Librarianship and Information Work 1991–2000

Author: J.H. Bowman

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2017-07-28

Total Pages: 685

ISBN-13: 1351954555

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This important reference volume covers developments in almost every aspect of British library and information work during the ten-year period 1991-2000. Some forty contributors, all of whom are experts in their subject, provide a robust overview of their specialities along with extensive further references which act as a starting point for further research. The book provides a comprehensive record of what took place in library and information management during a decade of considerable change and challenges. It is an essential reference resource for librarians and information professionals.

Archives and Archivists in 20th Century England
Archives and Archivists in 20th Century England

Author: Elizabeth Shepherd

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-04-08

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 1317178874

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'Archives have the potential to change people's lives. They are 'a fundamental bulwark of our democracy, our culture, our community and personal identity' - National Council of Archives. Archives and Archivists in 20th Century England innovatively focuses on the multifunctional reasons behind the creations of archives - they enable the conduct of business and support accountability whilst also meeting the demands of a democratic society's expectations for transparency and the protection of rights. They are the raw material of our history and memory while archivists and records managers are the professionals responsible for ensuring that these qualities are protected and exploited for the public good. This volume will be of key interest to anyone working with archives.

Open Government
Open Government

Author: Andrew McDonald

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-07-27

Total Pages: 203

ISBN-13: 134914729X

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What does open government mean in practice? This book offers an authoritative and highly topical look at the implementation of reform from senior academics and civil servants. Britain's situation and future requirements are set in context by insights from other Westminster systems of government, namely Australia, Canada, Ireland and New Zealand. Each of these accounts is itself an original contribution to the literature on that country's experience. Throughout, the emphasis in upon freedom of information and privacy issues.