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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.

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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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Membership

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

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Libraries Connected publishes new report on library loan trends

Read our comprehensive review of trends in library borrowing across England and Wales.
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South East libraries deliver millions in value through support for mental health and wellbeing - report

A groundbreaking new report shows that libraries deliver millions in value by supporting mental health and wellbeing.
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Kent's Home Library Service: Connecting the vulnerable and isolated

Opinion

Lindsay Prestage

The service forms a crucial connection for people who find it difficult or impossible to get to a library.

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