We monitor and assess general regulatory developments impacting on CONUL library services and activities, including copyright, licensing, data protection and procurement
We advise and advocate on Irish and EU legislation and regulation as it applies to CONUL member libraries
We provide input on behalf of CONUL into submissions/responses to public consultations on Irish and EU regulatory affairs
We work with government and regulatory agencies on specific issues as directed by CONUL
We conduct research, provide briefings and make recommendations on regulatory matters as directed by CONUL
We improve awareness on key legal frameworks, principles and practices for CONUL and member library staffs through CPD and other channels
We produce documents and papers to provide practical guidance on regulatory themes
We develop and advance advocacy positions in consultation processes
We organise events to promote awareness, including seminars and training
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TCD submission to Copyright Review Committee 2012
CONUL Submission to Copyright Review (Final)2012
CONUL Response to Modernising Copyright (final draft)
Submission to DJEI on digital Legal Deposit for Ireland (final)18May2016
CONUL Regulatory Affairs Research Note on Digital Lending and Access (2022)
Chair: David Meehan (DCU)
Deputy Chair: Vacant
Secretary: Vacant
Communications Officer: Vacant
Members: Michelle Dalton (UCD), Aisling Keane (NUIG), Gillian Kerins (TU Dublin), Della Keating (NLI), Elizabeth Murphy (MU), Kathryn Smith (RCSI), Emer Twomey (UCC)
UCC Library is a contemporary university library containing rich collections and archives, multimedia, archive, information and knowledge management systems. It provides competency in answering all questions concerning information and media literacy, media provisioning and brokerage, and providing information services using modern technology.
It is a meeting place for students and staff members alike and offers a diverse range of study and research environments, including a Creative Zone, Exhibition Area, Skills Centre and Library studio as well as an Assistive Technology Lab.