The Latest Breaking News from Libraries

Free copies of Lenny Henry's children's book hidden around Greater Manchester as part of library festival

Families are being urged to get involved in the Look for a Book campaign

Manchester Evening News · May 17, 2022

Completion of multi-million pound central library in Nottingham to be detailed 'later this month'

But fears remain for three neighbourhood libraries which are facing the axe

Nottingham Post · May 13, 2022

Brian Cox supports Dundee libraries as part of reading campaign

BRIAN Cox has talked about the importance of libraries ahead of the launch of a campaign to promote reading.

The National (Scotland) · May 10, 2022

The public library is a portal to a better future

The pandemic has once again illustrated the worth of the rural public library: the example of Karnataka

The Hindu · May 6, 2022

Glasgow Election 2022: Future of libraries, museums and community centres at heart of election battle

Venues were forced to close during the pandemic and income 'fell off a cliff' leading to questions over the future of Glasgow Life, the arms-length charity running the services.

Glasgow Live · May 4, 2022

Former Corrie star set to appear at 2022 Libraries Festival

The TV star will be joined by the likes of Lemn Sissay and Jay Blades

Manchester Evening News · May 3, 2022

‘Vital’ library could be saved as plans unveiled

'Hoylake Library is a lifeline for everyone - young and old'

Liverpool Echo · May 3, 2022

Keep an oversight on literature available in prison libraries, MHA tells States

Centre says ‘background of NGOs involved with prison activities may be verified on periodic basis’

The Hindu · May 3, 2022

Perth and Kinross libraries scrap late book return fines to help residents amid cost of living crisis

Culture Perth and Kinrosshopes the move will encourage more people to use their local libraries, borrow books, and once again enjoy reading with less worry

Daily Record · May 3, 2022

Where to find the best street libraries in Canberra

Canberra's suburbs are filled with street libraries in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Here's where to find the best ones near you.

The Canberra Times · Apr 29, 2022