Imaging and Duplication Services page. Photographing and filming in and around the library premises A permit must always be obtained in advance for filming and photographing in the public spaces of the Staa [...] s and self-service photography of the general collection It is generally permitted to photograph, film and scan library materials in the general reading rooms with your own device for personal non-commercial [...] reading rooms and other special areas of the library, you will need prior permission if you wish to film, photograph or scan items. When in the reading rooms, please be considerate of library users and visitors