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
US librarian Amanda Jones addresses Libraries Connected annual seminar on professional values and intellectual freedom
Jones is known for her work supporting intellectual freedom and defending access to information.
Libraries Connected Awards 2026 winners revealed
The Awards celebrate the achievements of library staff who have made an exceptional impact on their services, users and local communities.
Reflecting on the Presidency: Confidence, community, and our libraries
Opinion
In his final blog as our President, Ed Jewell writes of a 'growing confidence in what our libraries can achieve'.
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