For the power of public libraries
We are the membership body for public library services in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Crown Dependencies.
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Across the areas we serve there are 176 individual library services with around 3,000 library branches serving over 61 million people.
Our unique approach is to bring the leaders of these services together to share experience, expertise and evidence – driving innovation and impact across the public library sector.
About us
We are an independent charity that supports, promotes and represents public libraries. Our work is driven and led by our membership.
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Our members can access projects, discounts and funding, while their staff can join our networks, events, training and project groups.
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Latest news
Libraries must be central to government's youth investment plans
Libraries already play a vital role in supporting young people.
Public libraries as 'cool spaces'
Libraries are again offering vital respite from the sun this summer.
‘Better than a bag of gold’: Know Your Neighbourhood Fund extended for a year
This extension is recognition of the success the Fund has had in creating new opportunities to build social connections.
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