The Latest Breaking News from Libraries

‘Never more important’ to encourage children to read, author says

Award-winning children’s author Sarah Webb believes it has never been more important to find books for children.

Evening Standard · Feb 20, 2025

Nandy to announce millions in funding for museums, libraries and arts venues

The announcement marks 60 years since the first ever arts white paper.

Evening Standard · Feb 20, 2025

Julianne Moore’s children’s book about redheads is under ‘review’. What’s happening with US book bans under Trump?

Actor Julianne Moore’s picture book, Freckleface Strawberry, was recently removed for “compliance review” from schools serving the families of US military and civilian defence personnel.

The Conversation · Feb 19, 2025

Scotland's national librarian makes homecoming to mark 100-year anniversary

SCOTLAND'S national librarian returned to the home of her own "library love story" as part of a nationwide campaign ahead of Valentine's…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 11, 2025

5 premium online research tools all Philly students can use for free

Years ago, as a high school librarian in suburban Philadelphia, I hosted a group of honors students from a high school just across the nearby city border. With the support of their alumni association, the city students planned to build a library at their school.

The Conversation · Feb 10, 2025

London council confirms closure of three libraries in bid to stave off bankruptcy

Havering Council said the libraries would be closed to save money

Evening Standard · Feb 7, 2025

Publishers, a library and others sue over Idaho's law restricting youth access to 'harmful' books

Several large book publishers, a tiny public library and others are suing Idaho officials over a law that forces libraries to keep some books in an adults-only section if community members believe they are “harmful to minors.”

The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2025

Publishers sue state of Idaho over library book bans

Lawsuit says its definition of ‘harmful materials’ forbidden to under 18s is ‘vague and overbroad’ and puts librarians at risk

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2025

Val McDermid and Damian Barr urge Scottish councils to halt library closures

Authors say plan to shut more than 20 public libraries could have devastating effect on Scotland’s cultural future

The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2025

Val McDermid and Damian Barr named Scotland's National Library champions

The National Library of Scotland has announced it will mark its 100th birthday with a programme of events and initiatives throughout 2025.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 30, 2025