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Strike action at the University in Lent term (Unite)

8 Mar 2024

The Cambridge University branch of Unite has secured a mandate for strike action at the University. The University has been informed by Unite that its members will be taking strike action that will commence at 00.01 and conclude at 23.59 on the following dates...

Data and file storage on Cambridge University Library computers

28 Feb 2024

The data and file storage service on computers in Cambridge University Library and The Betty & Gordon Moore Library will be retired on 30 March 2024. Follow these instructions to move your saved files to an alternative storage service. What is changing...

British Library timeline: restoring Electronic Legal Deposit

22 Feb 2024

The British Library has advised they are working towards the middle of this calendar year to restore access to the electronic legal deposit service. Tell us what you need. We are here to help you. We understand that students and researchers want and need access...

Repair works on the West Room Roof

9 Feb 2024

Around six months of essential repair work is being carried out on the roof of the West Room. The West Room, next to the Main Reading Room, is a staff area where we receive and process items for Cambridge University Libraries and the Storage Facility in Ely. The...

ArchiveSearch now upgraded: explore the new features

31 Jan 2024

We have upgraded to a new version of ArchiveSearch, our discovery platform for archive materials.    Benefits of the new version include: a new ‘View Digital Material’ button will appear in records for collections that have digital material...

Step-free access available via the accessible lift again

25 Jan 2024

The external accessible lift at the entrance to Cambridge University Library on West Road is now working again. A temporary alternative plan for step-free access was in place from last week as repairs were carried out. We apologise for the...

Changes to fines policy for current members of the University

12 Sep 2022

From 06 September, fines on standard loan items and recalled items will no longer apply for current members of the University at the University Library and in Faculty and Department Libraries. Please be aware that this policy applies to the University...

Requesting Rare Books online

15 Aug 2022

The great majority of Rare Books material can now be requested online through the iDiscover interface. If you are a registered member of the Library, this services enables you to request items in advance of your visit, from your home or workplace. ...

Accessing items from the Aoi Basement

21 Jun 2022

Arrangements for accessing material stored in the Aoi Pavilion basement have changed this year.  It is no longer possible for readers to access the basement of the Aoi Pavilion. We made this change following a review of library spaces which is helping us to...

Staying safe

7 Jun 2022

Although the UK government has lifted all remaining COVID-19 restrictions, the University of Cambridge asks for ongoing consideration for those who remain at increased risk from catching any communicable disease, and others who may prefer to continue to wear face...