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Latest news
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.
The Awards celebrate the achievements of library workers who have had an exceptional impact on their library service.
Ann Cleeves is our first 'public library champion'
Cleeves, author of 37 critically acclaimed crime novels, has been an outspoken advocate for public libraries throughout her career.
Bolinda funds bursaries to Libraries Connected Annual Seminar 2024
Bolinda’s funding will cover the cost of attending the full two days of the seminar, accommodation, and a contribution towards travel costs.
Libraries Connected launches fundraising appeal for Ukraine mobile library
We hope to raise £10,000, with which we will purchase a decommissioned, fully serviced mobile library from an English council and deliver it to Ukraine.
Shortlist announced for Libraries Connected Awards 2024
Twenty six library services have been shortlisted for the prestigious national Awards.
Call for case studies: rural libraries
We are looking for case studies that demonstrate the impact of rural libraries – on individuals, their communities and on wider society.
Expression of interest: Ukrainian–UK public library twinning programme
We have developed a framework to support the twinning of UK and Ukrainian public libraries.
Independent review of English public libraries: Libraries Connected consultation
We are asking Libraries Connected members to complete a short survey.
Libraries Connected responds to Baroness Sanderson’s independent review of English public libraries
We welcome this thorough, wide-ranging review and thank Baroness Sanderson for engaging so warmly with the sector.
Libraries Connected seeks new member trustees
Are you passionate about the future of public libraries? We're looking for two leaders in the library sector to become member trustees.
New support programme for library services facing financial challenges
Libraries Connected has launched a support programme for library services facing deep spending cuts.
Libraries Connected seeks Membership Engagement and Events Administrator
We are looking for a skilled Administrator to join our friendly and collaborative team. This role will be key to us sustaining strong relationships with public libraries across the country, ensuring we are meeting their needs, amplifying their voices and supporting library-led innovation.
The role will involve helping organise events and meetings, taking minutes, organising travel, processing expenses and supporting our finance function, maintaining our contact database and fielding enquiries from our members and partners.
