Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals available on new platform on a trial basis


The Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals will be available on the ProQuest platform on a trial basis until the 30th of May.

This is in addition to the usual EBSCO platform.
Both platforms are linked from the Art and Design subject gateways database page

The Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals offers a comprehensive listing of journal articles on architecture and design, including bibliographical descriptions and indexes on subjects such as the history and practice of architecture, interior design and decoration. It dates back to 1934.

Groups Call for “Root and Branch” Review by Garda Watchdog


Two leading groups campaigning for environmental and social justice have called upon the State’s Garda watchdog to broaden its enquiries into facts disclosed by the Corrib Garda “rape-tape”.

Friends of the Earth and the Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) have sent a joint letter to the Chair of the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC), Mr Dermot Gallagher, requesting that GSOC conduct a “root and branch” review of Garda practices, policies and procedures on public order.


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Invitation to free 30-day evaluation access to OECD Library

Colleagues in DIT have been invited to access the OECD Library for a 30-day period - www.oecd-ilibrary.org

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