Introduction
The British Library of Political and Economic Science was conceived as a laboratory for the social sciences. The Library would provide a place where everyone interested in the study and understanding of society could come together and find the materials for their work. The dynamic pursuit of this vision since 1896 has built one of the most outstanding social science libraries in the world, and a unique asset for ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳.
ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ 2030
As the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Library we dedicate our collections, spaces and professional expertise towards the goals of ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ 2030: Educate for Impact; Research for the World; Developing ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ for Everyone.
Organisation and Purpose
ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Library was established by a Trust deed in 1896 and has a dual role as the Library of the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ and as a national research library for members of the public engaged with the subjects studied by the School. The Library Director of ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Library also holds the title of Librarian of the British Library of Political and Economic Science in recognition of the national role of the Library.
ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Library is organised into two service Groups, each with a distinct purpose and focus for their work and led by an Associate Director. The two Groups are the Collections and Academic Services Group, and the Digital Scholarship and Innovation Group.The Library Teams are the centres of activity and service delivery and they are organised within the Groups to enable the most effective and efficient delivery of our services. Each team is managed by a Team Leader.
The Library Operations and Development Team report to the Director and assist them in the operational management of the Library and the continuous development and improvement of services.
Find out more about the Library Leadership Team.