News

The latest news, updates and opinion from Libraries Connected.
If you’re a journalist please contact the Libraries Connected press team: media@librariesconnected.org.uk

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Libraries celebrate Levelling Up funding

Over £135m has been awarded to projects involving libraries.
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MozFest bursary applications now open for library staff

MozFest Virtual will take place online from 20th - 24th March, 2023
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Libraries Connected comments on children's books debate

We welcome the debate about widening choice and increasing access to books for young readers.
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London Libraries trains staff to tackle homelessness challenges

People experiencing homelessness could soon be meeting a warmer welcome from the capital’s libraries thanks to an innovative training programme for London library workers.
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Libraries Connected seeks new trustees

We are looking for a number of trustees to join the Libraries Connected board. 
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Ed Jewell elected new Libraries Connected President Elect

Ed Jewell is the new President Elect of Libraries Connected, the independent charity representing public libraries.
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Libraries Connected celebrates after securing Arts Council England funding

Libraries Connected will have Investment Principle Support Organisation (IPSO) status, meaning we will support public library services to embed ACE’s Investment Principles.
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Libraries Connected welcomes DCMS committee call for public library investment

Libraries Connected welcomes a new report by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport Committee that calls for greater investment in public libraries.
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Libraries Connected publishes new strategic plan

The plan presents a set of key projects and priorities for the next five years, with a focus on creating a more diverse library workforce, building a robust evidence base on the impact of libraries and developing a stronger voice for the sector.
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Libraries Connected Awards 2023: Nominations now open!

Libraries Connected is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2023 Libraries Connected awards. Now in their second year, the awards celebrate outstanding achievement in public libraries.
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Cost-of-living crisis: how libraries plan to support the vulnerable this winter

Libraries Connected, the independent charity representing public libraries, has outlined how libraries plan to help those struggling with household bills this winter.
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Ayub Khan MBE reflects on 100 days as Libraries Connected President

Ayub Khan MBE has reached 100 days as Libraries Connected President. Here he gives us a snapshot of what he has been up to.