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Concern for cultural collection

ACADEMICS and students at one of Scotland's most prestigious universities have accused the institution of "carving up" a world-renowned archive on Scottish culture and traditions.

IN THE FRAME: School of Scottish Studies Archives, Weaving, Ardhasaig, Harris, photographer, Eric G Meadows, May 1954
IN THE FRAME: School of Scottish Studies Archives, Weaving, Ardhasaig, Harris, photographer, Eric G Meadows, May 1954

The campaign at Edinburgh University centres on the archive and libraries belonging to the School of Scottish Studies.

The archive contains thousands of photos and audio tapes which record the songs, stories, traditions, and culture of Scotland from the 1930s onwards.

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