The Library Service is dedicated to supporting all ELHT staff and students with their study and research.
There are two libraries providing a range of study environments including group study area and silent study pods. Both libraries offer self-service kiosks to issue, renew and return items. Computer facilities and wifi throughout allows you to connect your own devices.
Wellbeing spaces have been created where staff and students are welcomed and can take a break, relax and browse our wellbeing collection. 24/7 access is available to registered library members – ask library staff for details.
Who can use the library? All staff of East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and students on placement within the Trust can register to use the library.
How do I join the library? Library services are delivered on both the Blackburn and Burnley sites. To register call into one of the libraries or complete the online form. Update your details e.g change of home address, name etc. email [email protected] with subject: Update Library Membership
How do I find the books I need? Search our library catalogue If the book is on loan you can reserve it - you will need your reader barcode and password. If the book is not on the catalogue you can email us to request an inter-library loan - [email protected]
How many items can I borrow at one time? Print Collection - you can borrow up to 12 items at any one time cloudLibrary Digital Collection - 6 items at any one time
How long can I borrow books for? Standard Loan – 4 weeks* *ELHT print books will be automatically renewed 5 times - unless reserved.
What if I bring my books back late? We do not charge fines for the late return of books. Charges will only apply for:
If your books become very overdue (over 60 working days) you will be sent an invoice for replacement costs.
Lost/damaged items (cost of replacement books)
We can accept cash, card or cheque payment.
How can I return my books? Books can be returned to either site - whichever one is most convenient for you.
Return items through the self-service kiosk and place them in the books returns bin.
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Send to us in the Trust internal mail system or in the post. If posting we recommend that you obtain a proof of posting receipt. Please allow postage time if you are going to post your items back to us.