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The Last Taboo: Abolishing Library Fines (2009)

Abstract
Many libraries have implemented progressive policies to encourage and increase library usage. In this context of change in this article looks at the small but growing number of libraries that have abolished overdues fines in favour of item replacement charges, similar to those found at video rental outlets and encourages other libraries to do the same.

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Publisher The Partnership
Repository Partnership: the Canadian Journal of Library and Information Practice and Research (Canada)
Keywords Library and Information Studies; Information Management
Language English