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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Libraries Connected publishes first annual impact report
Libraries Connected has published its first annual impact report, showcasing how we are supporting our members to collaborate, innovate and respond to the changing needs of their communities.
Libraries key to building public confidence in AI, Libraries Connected tells Minister
Libraries Connected has written to the Minister for AI, calling for stronger national coordination and investment in community AI literacy initiatives
Looking for a summer read? Librarians share their holiday reading recommendations
From Italian villas and Greek islands to Japanese food detectives, family sagas and train journeys around the world, library staff have shared the books they believe make the perfect holiday read.
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