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Revisions to England's library byelaws announced

Byelaws are intended to help libraries deliver their service within a safe and comfortable environment.

Libraries Connected Awards 2025: Shortlists announced

The Awards celebrate the achievements of library workers who have had an exceptional impact on their library service, users or their local communities.

Report: cheaper ebooks for libraries could "revolutionise the promotion of reading"

Publishers could open up important new promotional and reader development opportunities by making ebooks cheaper and more accessible to public libraries, according to a new report funded by Arts Council England.

New appointments strengthen our library advocacy voice

We are pleased to announce the arrivals of three new staff members.

OverDrive to sponsor Libraries Connected Awards for fourth year running

OverDrive is creator of the award-winning library reading app Libby.

Microgrants round three: prepare your applications

The Microgrants Programme offers grants of £1,000–£5,000 to support small-scale projects or the early stages of larger initiatives.

London's libraries were visited by almost 32 million people last year

The impressive figures are part of London Libraries' 2023-24 Annual Report.

Charities join forces to 'poverty proof' libraries

This project seeks to remove the barriers that prevent low-income families from accessing support at their library.

Yorkshire and Humber libraries reflect on a year of success

Yorkshire and Humber libraries welcomed almost 10 million people through their doors in 2023 to 2024.