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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

Two people use a self-service library kiosk. One person places a book on the scanner while the other watches. The kiosk screen is visible, with several books stacked below it. Bookshelves and reading areas can be seen in the background of the bright, modern library.

Library bodies launch strategy to strengthen workforce

Four national organisations have come together to set out a shared vision for the future of the public library workforce, with a new strategy to guide services, leaders and partners across England.
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Libraries strengthen links with independent publishers to broaden ebook access

Libraries Connected has secured £65,770 from Arts Council England to run a national programme improving how public libraries and independent publishers work together on ebooks.
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From reflection to action: lessons in leading through change

Opinion

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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