Open AccessThe Last Taboo: Abolishing Library Fines
Author(s) -
Daniel Sifton
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
partnership the canadian journal of library and information practice and research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 1911-9593
DOI - 10.21083/partnership.v4i1.935
Subject(s) - taboo , renting , context (archaeology) , business , advertising , library science , political science , computer science , history , law , archaeology
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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