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Operations of the Libraries under Covid-19 conditions

From the 6th of September 2021 the Central Library will be open again:

Mo to Fr 8 am to 8 pm, Sa 10 am to 6 pm

Up to 450 people are allowed to be in the Central Library at any given time. 3G proof is required.

You can spend up to 45 minutes in the library to borrow books and/or copy or scan book chapters or journal articles
Designated study and work spaces are available throughout the building, no booking required.
Wearing a medical mask is compulsory in the entire building (unless you’re sitting at a work space). More information ..

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