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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'Look to your team': A message for libraries in 2026
Opinion
Ed Jewell outlines his hopes for libraries in 2026 and looks back on 2025.
Libraries: Helping save lives with blood pressure monitors
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Libraries Unlimited has been working closely with NHS Devon on the 'One Devon' initiative.
Kathryn Harrison reflects on a life in libraries
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'The success of the library service depends on all the players involved', Kathryn says.
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