2021
DOI: 10.1590/0034-761220200174
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Abstract: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New South Wales (NSW) government ordered the closure of all municipal libraries in order to limit the impact of the contagion. As a result, 372 public libraries in NSW ceased operation on the 23rd March 2020. While the closure of public libraries will undoubtedly contribute to restricting the spread of the coronavirus, given the pivotal role played by municipal libraries in local communities, as well as the special characteristics of library patrons, it will have other… Show more

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“…To relieve the loneliness and social isolation of their users, libraries around the world are considering reopening by maintaining social distancing and looking at other health issues (Wallace and Dollery, 2021). This survey also recorded very positive results from the respondents regarding the reopening of libraries.…”
Section: Data Analysis and Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…To relieve the loneliness and social isolation of their users, libraries around the world are considering reopening by maintaining social distancing and looking at other health issues (Wallace and Dollery, 2021). This survey also recorded very positive results from the respondents regarding the reopening of libraries.…”
Section: Data Analysis and Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Many libraries around the world have identified remote workloads until normal work arrangements resume (Breeding, 2020). Some libraries implemented partial constraints instead of complete closure; allowing librarians to still report to work (Wallace and Dollery, 2021). Even with the absence of clients, physically reporting to work provided an opportunity for the staff to inspect buildings and facilities, especially during prolonged closures (Mansourian, 2020).…”
Section: Literature Reviewmentioning
confidence: 99%