What's in the collections
National Library of Scotland collections which are recommended for learning audiences.
Scottish Labour History Collections
We hold the leading collection of archival material relating to
Scottish Labour and trade union history, covering the early 19th to
late 20th century. Collections items may be useful for independent
research and for setting contexts in for the Modern Studies
curriculum.
Curriculum areas: Modern Studies (Higher, Advanced Higher).
Political and Diplomatic Papers Collection
This collection has material relating to the organisation and
records of the major contemporary political parties, and papers
relating to some Scottish politicians. May be useful for teachers
and students looking for material relating to political issues in
united kingdom.
Curriculum areas: Modern Studies (Higher, Advanced Higher).
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Suffragettes in Scotland
This resource for secondary schools explores the women's suffrage movement in Scotland. Go to 'A guid cause'
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