Library Assist: Answers

'Overdue' means that we have asked for your item to be returned to the Library, but you have not given it back by the date we asked for it to be returned by. So it is beyond or 'over' the 'due' date. As a result, you may be accumulating fines on the item.

Books

• The Library uses an automatic renewal process which means that your books will renew without you having to do anything.
• If you receive a Return item or Overdue item email it could be for several reasons - please see the 'Why hasn't my Library book renewed?' FAQ for details.
• If the book has been recalled due to a request from another borrower, the fine is £1 for every day it is past the due date.

Laptops

• Cannot be renewed and must be returned to the Library you borrowed the machine from by the due date.
• Administrative fees of up to £40 will be charged if it is not returned.

Inter-Library Loan books from the British Library or other institutions

• Cannot be renewed automatically and must be returned to the Library you borrowed it from by the due date.
• The fine is £1 for every day it is past the due date.

How will I know if my item is overdue?

• The Library will contact you via your University Outlook email address (not the mailbox in Canvas) to let you know that an item needs to be returned, including reminders if you do not return it by the due date.
• You can check the current due date(s) of your items any time via your online Library Account. The link to access your Library account is also on our web site and the LibrarySearch catalogue.
• If you are a SCONUL student or have an Alumni card and would like to check the due date of your books, please contact the Library. You will not be able to check online.

What happens if I don't return the item?

If you do not return the item the Library reserves the right to invoice you for the replacement cost of the item.

If you have any questions, please contact the Library as soon as possible.