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Venues ranging from libraries to coffee shops and community centres will be welcoming people over the next five months, offering comfortable places where people can grab a brew, have a chat and maybe take part in a new activity.

More than 100 galleries, venues, museums and libraries across the region will be awarded Arts Council England funding

It comes after protesters gathered outside of Loxley House in a last-ditch attempt to make their views heard

London is internationally renowned for the breadth and depth of its cultural offering. Its galleries, theatres, museums, libraries and music venues are as integral a part of this city as the River Thames that flows through its heart. The city is a global powerhouse of the creative industries. At Arts…

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Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport committee report says libraries are ‘an important part of a community’s infrastructure’

The council plans to use its libraries too as warm hubs though sites are still to be confirmed.

As the council prepares to open up libraries and community centres to help people stay warm this winter, charities warned that the practice should not be seen as a long-term solution.

The plans were meant to save £233,000

The Near Me in Libraries scheme allows South Lanarkshire locals to attend important appointments at Biggar Library.

There are over 50 books available