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Item Safeguarding Scotland's Newspapers: A Collaborative Approach to Preservation and Access(International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), 2024-05-30) Hutchison, ClaireThis paper presents a large-scale conservation and digitisation initiative undertaken by the National Library of Scotland (NLS), addressing the difficult conservation of newsprint, and aiming to contribute to the growing body of research on digital preservation of historical documents. This paper discusses the challenges, approach, and impact of this initiative. It aims to foster an approach that empowers local communities to explore their heritage while simultaneously offering a global platform for Scotland's vibrant press by ensuring physical access through local libraries and archives.