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The latest news, updates and opinion from Libraries Connected.
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Libraries light up for Spellow reopening

Libraries across the country will be lit up next week in a gesture of "solidarity, hope and joy" to mark the reopening of Spellow Library and Community Hub.
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Creating Safer Libraries: updated guidance published

The 2024 updates include information about external communications and social media as well as additional links to guidance and useful organisations.
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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.
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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.
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Libraries celebrate microgrant success

The 15 successful projects include an inter-generational creative programme exploring the history of gaming, a World Book Day costume swap, and a new lending library of screen-free audiobook devices for children.
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Libraries Connected seeks specialist for libraries and older people research project

The proposal builds on 'Libraries for Living, and for Living Better'.
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Warm spaces return to UK libraries for third year running

Warm spaces are free community venues where people can go to stay warm during the colder months.
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Culture Nature England: public libraries help communities connect with nature

Twenty-six English public library services will launch new projects this month to help their communities build connections with nature.
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Culture Nature England: public libraries help communities connect with nature

Twenty-six English public library services will launch new projects this month to help their communities build connections with nature.
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Libraries Connected provides vital support to Ukraine’s besieged library sector

Over 1,000 cultural heritage sites in Ukraine have been damaged or destroyed since the start of the full-scale Russian engagement
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2025 Libraries Connected Awards open for nominations

Our Awards offer the opportunity to uncover new library champions.
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Invitation to Tender: Governance Review for Libraries Connected

We are seeking an expert contractor to support our Board to undertake an independent review of organisational governance.