Behaviour in the Library
We’ve got dedicated zones across our buildings for those who wish to study silently, quietly or in a group.
These zones enable everyone to choose a space to work which suits them.
Please respect your fellow users by taking a look at what behaviour is appropriate and where in the Library.
Behaviour zones
Silent zones
Got a problem? Text us.
If you're being disturbed in the Library, text us, including your location and the nature of the problem on:
07919 293133
We won't reply to your text, but we'll deal with the problem ASAP.
Behaviour:
- No conversation
- No sound from headphones
- Mobile phones on silent or vibrate
- Bottled water only
Locations:
- Raymond Burton Library
- Floor 3 in the JB Morrell Library
Quiet zones
Got a problem? Text us.
If you're being disturbed in the Library, text us, including your location and the nature of the problem on:
07919 293133
We won't reply to your text, but we'll deal with the problem ASAP.
Behaviour:
- Noise kept to a minimum
- Bottled water
- Hot and cold drinks in lidded containers
- Cold food only
Locations:
- Floors 0, 1 and 2 in the JB Morrell Library
Studious Buzz zones
Got a problem? Text us.
If you're being disturbed in the Library, text us, including your location and the nature of the problem on:
07919 293133
We won't reply to your text, but we'll deal with the problem ASAP.
Behaviour:
- Quiet group work
- Hot and cold drinks in lidded containers
- Hot food permitted (excluding takeaways)
Locations
- The whole of the Harry Fairhurst building
No smoking zone
For the comfort of all our users, the no smoking zone outside the Library has been extended. The map below illustrates the areas where smoking is not permitted.
Please observe the no smoking signs and use the ash bins provided to extinguish and dispose of your cigarettes. 
Unattended property
The Library is often a very busy place and it's important we make the most of the space we have. We're regularly asked to free up space by removing items that have been left unattended for long periods. If we're made aware of abandoned belongings, we'll remove them.
How it works
- If you spot unattended items taking up study space, let us know: use the Library chat service or text the details to 07919 293133
- If the items are still unattended after one hour, we will remove the items and store them securely at the Help Desk where they can be reclaimed.
- If items are left overnight, they will be removed after 9am.
- Any Library books (or other Library items) collected will be removed from loan and returned to the shelves.
Removed property, with the exception of University cards, will be kept in the Library for four weeks before being sent to the central University lost property store controlled by Security staff. University cards will be sent straight to the Information Centre.
This approach was introduced in response to student concerns and we welcome any feedback you may have.
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