26 Nov 2013, 16:17
The Ceann Comhairle Seán Barrett TD, Chair of the Houses of the Oireachtas Commission will launch an Online Public Access Catalogue, tomorrow, Wednesday 27 November 2013 at 6.30 p.m. in Leinster House 2000.
This online catalogue, encompassing all documents laid in the Leinster House library since 1922 will provide access to one of the largest digital archives in the State. The Ceann Comhairle will be joined on this occasion by the Cathaoirleach of Seanad Éireann, Senator Paddy Burke and by Prof. Diarmaid Ferriter UCD.
This Online Public Access Catalogue will provide the research community and the public with access to over 80,000 reports, pamphlets, maps and other documents; promote the accessibility and transparency of documents laid before parliament and will promote and facilitate self-service across government departments, academics and other users who seek copies of documents laid or historical material.
Event: Launch of Leinster House Library's Online Catalogue
Location: Lower Ground floor lobby, LH 2000, Leinster House complex
Date: Wednesday 27 November 2013
Time: 6:30pm to 8.00pm
To attend this event you must be accredited to attend briefings in Leinster House. To arrange for accreditation for the event or for further information please contact:
Paul Hand
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Houses of the Oireachtas
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