Libraries FAQs
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I am not able to get out easily or carry heavy books, how can I use the library service?
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Do you lend books, music and videos in languages other than English?
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I cannot get to the library – can you do my research for me?
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Why was my street given its name?
We have a number of booklets about the origins of street names in Ealing, Acton, Southall and Hanwell. In these books, the streets are listed in alphabetical order with the author's estimate of who the street is named after.
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Do you have current information about groups and events in the borough?
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My ancestor was at the North Hyde St. Mary's Catholic Boys' School – where are the records?
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Do you have any information about children who were brought up in children's homes in the borough?
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Do you have any information about the inmates of workhouses?
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My ancestor worked for the council/was a councillor. What information do you have about him/her?