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Cyberattacks on museums, libraries and other cultural heritage institutions are a growing concern. While protocols for physical attacks or disasters are often well-established, the same cannot be said for virtual threats. If we want to proactively reduce risks, we need more than just firewalls – it’s the “human factor” that demands our closest attention.

As University Librarian and Chief Information Officer, Fiona Greig supports the University of Winchester’s ambition to serve as the “anchor university” for its region. In the latest instalment of our interview series, she talked about what this means for the library’s collections, her views on the role of the librarian today, and many other topics.