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Tory council prepares £400,000 fund to fight Ulez expansion in court

A row broke out on Thursday after a Tory borough prepared to spend up to £400,000 fighting the expansion of the ultra-low emission zone. Harrow council’s leaders are set to issue High Court proceedings by February 24 against London mayor Sadiq Khan – and say they will fight the case…

Evening Standard

North Dakota Republicans want to ban library books showing same sex relationships

If passed, librarians found violating the law could be imprisoned for 30 days and fined

The Independent UK

Retired librarian discovers Harry Potter books left on shelf for 20 years are now worth thousands

'The Potter books were a godsend to libraries, they got so many kids into reading, they had to keep up as they liked to discuss the plot with their friends'

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West Lothian libraries, swimming pools and community centres could close to balance budget

A review of all facilities is underway as the council seeks to plug budget black hole

Daily Record

Facing pressure to ban books, suburban libraries ‘becoming a battlefield for the First Amendment’

“Most people still think of libraries as a place with books, you can hang out, it’s quiet,” Lincolnwood’s library director says. “That’s not what libraries are anymore.”

Chicago Sun-Times

West Lothian libraries, swimming pools and community centres facing closure

Four libraries have been identified as part of a council review which includes swimming pools and community centres, as councillors have to make tough decisions in their budget next month.

Edinburgh Live

Writers to be paid for audio, e-book loans

Australian writers will be paid when their digital publications are held in libraries, a $12.9 million measure that forms part of the national cultural policy.

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Campaigners 'delighted' libraries could reopen as council prepares for final talks

It's not all good news as one library could soon be sold off as a bid was rejected

Liverpool Echo

Schools in Florida's Pinellas County remove book by prize-winning author Toni Morrison

Pinellas County high school students no longer will have access to Toni Morrison’s first book, “The Bluest Eye,” in their classrooms or libraries.

Tribune News Service

Why US libraries are on the frontlines of the homelessness crisis

Homeless people are relying on public libraries as a safe haven to stay warm and avoid harassment from law enforcement, advocates say

The Guardian - US

North Dakota Legislators Consider Bill To Ban 'Sexually Explicit' Material From Public Libraries

"If you don't like a book, don't read it. The First Amendment's guarantee of the freedom of speech and the right to access information has created a beautiful marketplace of ideas in our country," said one ACLU representative opposing the bill.

Reason

New Florida rules tell school librarians to ‘err on side of caution’ when picking books

ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida’s school librarians face new scrutiny, and even the threat of criminal prosecution, under a new state rule adopted Wednesday that urges them to “err on the side of caution” when selecting books for their campuses.

Orlando Sentinel

Bristol households to see five per cent rise in council tax - but cuts to parks and libraries shelved

Bristol City Council tenants face a seven per cent rent increase but parks and libraries spared cuts in U-turn

Bristol Post

Crucial meeting deciding future of libraries and leisure centre pushed back

The Wirral Council meeting was supposed to be held next week on January 25

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The Independent UK

North Dakota weighs ban of 'sexually explicit' library books

Amid a national wave of attempted book banning on LGBTQ subject matter, a North Dakota House panel heard arguments on a bill that would prohibit “sexually explicit” content – including depictions of sexual or gender identity – from public libraries, and would criminalize librarians who continue to display it

The Independent UK

Meth contamination is forcing libraries to close in Colorado

A library in Boulder closed earlier this month due to a similar issue

Nottingham Post

The Nottinghamian: Altering hours saves libraries and opening date for new clothing shop

Take a look at the Nottinghamian newsletter from Tuesday, January 17

Nottingham Post

Three Nottingham libraries saved from closure by altering opening times instead

"The decision for the closure of the three libraries was put forward due to pressure to balance our budget. I am pleased we have been able to find ways to achieve the required savings without the need for those closures"

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Liverpool Echo

Everything that could be cut as £32m budget gap looms over Wirral council

A Wirral Council spokesperson said: “The council faces very difficult choices in the coming months"

Liverpool Echo

Ten libraries could close as Wirral Council prepares for massive cuts

Councillors will debate the proposals in the coming weeks before preparing to pass next year's budget in February

Chicago Sun-Times

‘We live better than the kings’ — Jim Kendros brings music and philosophy to seniors

Kendros lectures before concerts as well as at social clubs and libraries. He is a composer and creator of the Mount Prospect Overture.

Nottingham Post

Nottingham libraries could be saved from permanent closure following 'strong opposition'

Three libraries were initially due to close as part of Nottingham City Council plans to save over £200,000.

Liverpool Echo

Fight to save library over fears it could be part of huge budget cuts

Wallasey Central Library first opened in 1911

Evening Standard

The best places for digital nomads to work in London

No fixed work address? No problem. From minimalist cafes to cosy libraries, we round up the best places for digital nomads to work in London — and, no, you don’t need to be a member

Daily Record

Falkirk churches work together to offer a warm welcome this winter

Bainsford Community Hall is leading the way with a Crafts and Games cafe every Friday

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