Speaker’s Observations — Parliamentary Library—Appointment of First Librarian

Members, it is my pleasure to inform the House that 20 September 2008 marks the 150th anniversary of the appointment of the Parliamentary Library’s first librarian, Captain F E Campbell. I am sure that members would wish to join with me in congratulating the library on this significant anniversary, and in acknowledging its historic and current role in supporting representative and parliamentary democracy. The occasion will be marked by the publication of a book, Parliament’s Library—150 years by Dr John Martin, which will be launched at a function in the Grand Hall this evening.