For the power of public libraries
We are the membership body for public library services in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Crown Dependencies.
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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.
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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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
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.
Libraries Connected Yorkshire & Humber: Tender for Advocacy Development
We are seeking a consultant or organisation to work with to deliver against our 2024-2025 Strategic Plan.
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