Usage of the RAS collection for reference was similar to last year, but the numbers of borrowers and books loaned out have dropped by over 50%. It is expected that there will be an increase in usage when the Library moves to its new location. As reported by the City Hall Library Office, usage of the RAS Library for the period from 1 March 2000 to 20 February 2001 is as follows:
No. of reference enquiries
No. of books consulted
176
443
No. of borrowers
No. of books loaned out
19
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Hon. Librarian
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