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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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From reflection to action: lessons in leading through change

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Annabel Gittins

Annabel Gittins, Library Support Manager at Shropshire Council, reflects on what she learned from our Thriving in Complexity programme, and how it is shaping her approach to leadership in uncertain times.
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National Year of Reading: "Couch to 5K for reading" app grows nationwide

Libraries across England are coming together to expand the Read On app, bringing its "Couch to 5K for reading" approach to new regions as part of the National Year of Reading 2026.
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Share your holiday reads

We're building a national list of must-read holiday books recommended by library staff and volunteers.

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