The National Library of Wales
New appointment
Fri, 12 Sep 08 13:15:00
The National Library of Wales is pleased to announce the appointment of Arwel Jones as the new Director of Public Service.
Arwel,a familiar face in Wales, is originally from Rhos-y-Bol, Anglesey, and is also a familiar voice on Radio Cymru and S4C. An author and poet, Arwel was educated in Amlwch High School and the University of Wales, Aberystwyth.
Arwel originally joined the staff of The National Library of Wales in 1991, when he was appointed as a research assistant. In 2006, Arwel was appointed as Head of Digital Developments with responsibility over steering and co-ordinating the Library’s digitisation strategy. During his tenure the Library won a substantial financial grant from the Joint Information Systems Committee and the National Assembly for Wales to scan and index 50 Welsh Journals published after 1900.
In his new role as Director of Public Services, Arwel’s responsibilities include implementing the Library’s policies and strategies at Department level, increasing visitor numbers and broadening the services provided by the Library. He will also be responsible for over 70 members of staff from the Communications team, the Exhibitions Department, The National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales and Reader’s Services.
According to Arwel, "I am thrilled to be appointed. The National Library of Wales is one of the greatest Library’s in the world and a cornerstone of Welsh history and culture. I look forward to being part of the work of sharing the nation’s treasures with the people of Wales and the world
Andrew Green, the National Librarian commented, " I'm delighted to welcome Arwel Jones as our new Director of Public Services. Arwel is certain to make an important contribution to shaping the Library as it faces the challenges posed by the digital age and changing world of research information.”
For more information
Medi Jones-Jackson
Press Office
The National Library of Wales
Aberystwyth
SY23 3BU
01970 632 534
