Library fines
I am conducting a research product in order to ascertain the total number of Library fines that were paid at universities in the UK.
I am therefore writing to ask about library fines during the academic year 2016/2017, under the Freedom of Information Act. For the time period starting from the first day of term, covering the next 364 days (e.g. one full year), please provide:
1. The total amount of money the library received from the payment of overdue items. Exclude costs of replacing lost books if possible – this request solely relates to the cost of items that are returned later than their due date.
Many thanks, and do let me know if you require any further clarification
Yours faithfully,
Jack Forks
Dear Jack Forks
Thank you for your request for information.
We will send a reply within 20 working days.
Yours sincerely
Kay Butcher
Information Compliance Unit
Old Estates Building
University of Surrey
Guildford
GU2 7XH
Dear Jack Forks
I am writing in reply to your request for information dated 31 October.
In the academic year 2016/17, £6,797.15 was collected in fines for overdue books at this University.
Yours sincerely
Kay Butcher
Information Compliance Unit
Old Estates Building
University of Surrey
Guildford
GU2 7XH
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