Policies and regulations

The services of Newman University Library are those outlined on the Newman Library website.

• You cannot become an External member if you are already a Newman University student.
• If you are applying to become a Newman student you are welcome to join as an external member to prepare for your course.
• If you are still an external borrower when you become a Newman student, your external membership will continue to the original expiry date in addition to your entitlements as a Newman student.
• If you are a former Newman student, you can join the Library as an External Member at a discounted rate.

• I will pay the membership fee shown on the Library’s website at the time the fee is due.
• I will not remove materials from the Library unless they are issued to my account.
• I will return, or renew, library materials by their due date.
• I will pay any fines resulting from the late return of library materials, and understand that outstanding fines or charges may be referred to a debt collection agency.
• I will pay the Library to replace any library material I do not return or which is lost or damaged while in my possession.
• I will conduct myself appropriately in accordance with Library zoning and following the guidance on signs displayed in the Library.
• I will disclose my personal details to a member of staff of the University when their request is reasonable.
• I will not stay in the Library outside its scheduled opening hours.
• I will not use any library card except my own.
• I will not allow anyone else to use my library card.
• I will not leave a child in my charge unsupervised in the Library.
• I will not eat hot food within the Library. (Hot food is food that was served hot, whether it is hot or cold at the time you eat it)
• I will clear any waste to the appropriate rubbish bins or recycling facilities.
• I will not intentionally cause damage to library property or facilities.
• I agree to be bound by the same code of conduct as applies to students of Newman University. Specifically, I agree to refrain from:
  • Violent, indecent, disorderly, threatening, intimidating, offensive, disruptive or abusive behaviour/language.
  • Disruption of, or improper interference with, the activities of the Library.
  • Obstruction of, or improper interference with, the functions, duties or activities of any user of the Library.
  • Failure to comply with a reasonable instruction relating to discipline.
  • Action likely to cause injury or impair safety.

If I breach these terms and conditions:

• I may be asked to leave the Library by a member of Library, University or Security staff Following a disciplinary meeting with the Director of Library and Learning Services.
• I may be required to: pay a disciplinary fine of up to £100 surrender my membership of the Library, and, in this event, I will not be entitled to the return of my membership fee.

Please note: External membership of Newman University Library does not give access to the computers, electronic networks or e-resources belonging to or licensed to Newman University.

Last updated: 08/11/2019

This is the External Members Terms and Conditions (PDF).