NAS - Strike action on Wednesday 20th August

The National Archives of Scotland website has posted an announcement stating that following a national ballot of members, the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) has informed the insitution that a one-day strike will take place on Wednesday 20 August 2008. The search rooms will be open as usual, but will only be able to offer a restricted service.

The NAS hopes to still be able to provide the following services:

• Access to self-service microfilm and digital images in the Historical and West Search Rooms
• Access to catalogues and open-shelf library books
• Adoption appointments
  

However, the following services will not be available:

• Document productions
• Copy orders
• Supervised locker facilities

If you require assisted access to any of the NAS buildings you are asked to telephone 0131 535 1334 in advance of your visit. For additonal queries, please telephone 0131 535 1365.

Chris

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