NEW: ALA salutes Dr Carla Hayden for her exceptional service to the nation as the Librarian of Congress. We are deeply disappointed in Dr Hayden's abrupt & unjust dismissal last night, an insult to the scope & breadth of her work. Read ALA Pres. Cindy Hohl's statement: www.ala.org/news/2025/05...

What a wonderful tribute to libraries. I love Dr. Hayden so much and I’m so deeply sad that she has been fired.

If you're concerned about how federal funding cuts will affect Washington state’s libraries, listen to this KUOW story, Which includes a message from The Seattle Public Library Foundation's Brian Lawrence: “Support your local libraries as they are coming under attack." www.kuow.org/stories/wash...

At The Royal Albert Hall to see The Messiah. Bucket list tick! Great seats too!

Access to knowledge is essential for society, democracy & prosperity. Preservation of knowledge allows us to learn, iterate,challenge. It drives innovation and growth in all senses of the word. Privileged to be part of the House of Lords roundtable on unlocking eBook access. #CILIP #KR21 #Inflect

Did you know that #CILIP membership gives you access to a free legal helpline and confidential access to our Benevolent Fund set up to help CILIP members and their families through financial difficulties? Both ready to help in times of need. more info👇 cilip.org.uk/page/MemberB...

Every so often a book comes along that just blows me away&reminds why I fell in love with books all those years ago. There are no words to describe #AllTheColoursoftheDark by @WhittyAuthor,just read it.It’s the saddest&yet most uplifting book, so much love of every kind in its pages. 👏👏👏

@cilip.bsky.social is concerned that the removal, hiding & modification of data, research & other information resources by authorities in the USA is starting to impede the vital work of UK library & information professionals, researchers & educators. www.cilip.org.uk/news/693964/...

Please let us know if you're seeing any impact in the UK from removing/limiting access to USA science & health data and research, or altering it #FactsMatter Worrying reports already from some of our members https://www.cilip.org.uk/news/news.asp?id=693964

Just🔟days to go! Apply for a committee or section position at IFLA. Membership of one of @iflaglobal.bsky.social's many diverse groups is a unique opportunity to develop your professional skills, make new contacts and connections, and represent the UK library sector. www.cilip.org.uk/news/693285/...

Fall (back) in love with reading this #ValentinesDay by visiting your local #Library. Whether you are interested in the crime genre, sci fi, literary fiction, romance or non-fiction the possibilities for adventure are endless!

#KatherineRundell calls closing libraries “an act of cruelty and of grand stupidity” in today’s lecture on #BBCRadio4 in The Looking Glass series. In the UK we spend only £12 per capita on libraries whole Europe spends £25 and Finland £50. We need this to change

In her last lecture in the series #TheLionTheWitchandTheWardrobe, #KatherineRundell makes a passionate plea for libraries, both school and public, and their role in driving reading for pleasure. 1 million children in the UK do not own a book. We need our libraries

📣📣"CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England."

📢CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England. Find out more👇 cilip.org.uk/news/692550/...

43% of us are 15 mins walk from a public library, 78% are 30 mins away https://blog.librarydata.uk/walk-to-your-local-library/ Love this analysis from Libraries Hacked, illustrates the need for more local branches #LibrariesChangeLives

SAVE THE DATES 2025: Libraries Week: Libraries Change Lives will take place in June and  Green Libraries Week in October. Through a new campaign approach & schedule, CILIP will lead two separate annual campaigns with partners. Read more: cilip.org.uk/news/693446/...

Oh enjoy One of my favourite places! ❤️📚

New analysis shows borrowing eBooks encourages reading & boosts eBook sales. Much food for thought here for publishers #WinWin www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/report-... Bravo @librariesconnected.bsky.social @biblioluke.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social #eBooks #publishers #libraries

Amazing project and programme designed and lead by the wonderful team at @thespacearts.bsky.social with some fantastic library services demonstrating the ability of libraries to co-create rich dynamic cultural experiences in and for communities tailored to them. Really exciting stuff! #ACEsupported

Public Libraries are amazing. Pop into yours! Nonjudgmental, warm. There's books & activities for Children's Mental Health Week, LGBTQ Week & #Romance In The Library. After all Dear Reader I did marry a librarian! Feel the love @cilip.bsky.social @librariesconnected.bsky.social #Community #Libraries

Looking for something to do this weekend? Whether it’s a Lego Club in @hulllibraries.bsky.social, board games in Bath or a digital arts workshop in St Helens, libraries have you covered: libraryon.org/events #LibraryOn #lovelibraries 📚

💘📚 Take a chance on a book 📚💘 Check out one of the mystery reads from our Blind Date with a Book display—starting Monday on Ground Floor, Boole Library. Who knows? You might just find your perfect match ❤️✨ #BlindDateWithABook #LibraryLove #ucclibrary

Next up on The Rest is History...

Links to this research on @artscouncilengland.bsky.social and @librariesconnected.bsky.social websites exploring how elicencing conditions between publishers and libraries could be enhanced for mutual benefit. Also a survey on consumer behaviour in relation to borrowing eBooks and purchasing habits.

Have you ever thought about playing a bigger, more international role in your profession? Why not join one of @IFLA's special interest groups or committees? There are 42 groups to join in the upcoming IFLA elections. Read more & self-nominate by 4pm | 24 Feb. www.cilip.org.uk/news/news.as...

Very sad today to say a final goodbye to my wonderful former colleague #ace_national #ace_southeast #ChrisFardon in a very moving funeral ceremony. RIP to a lovely man.

#BlueCrew - Quote of the Day

The latest Desert Island Discs featured our alumna Nemone Lethbridge (1951, Jurisprudence), one of the first female barristers. Nemone has led a fascinating life and continues to do pro bono work at 92 years old. This is worth a listen! www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

Our new #ACEFunded report into elicensing finds #Publishers could open up new reader development opportunities by making ebooks cheaper and more accessible to public #Libraries. Read more: www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/report-...

Great day yesterday at Swiss Cottage Library to hear the final outcomes and get feedback on this really fascinating project. Great work by everyone involved and some really interesting insights. Check out the report! #ACEsupported @librariesconnected.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

Important new data for publishers to consider

'This Spring Cambridgeshire libraries will be once again filled with the sounds of delighted audiences of all ages enjoying the performances and workshops of The Library Presents.'

"Libraries are the NHS for the soul" - part of a great speech from @chriskanemp.bsky.social about how libraries help people access creative industries content & careers, and the threat of AI firms' current practices https://buff.ly/4aHVAXo #AI #IP #Libraries #CreativeIndustries

Gambling - an industry out of control doing enormous damage to individuals and communities www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

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CILIP is offering members from the UK the opportunity to put themselves forward for 800+ roles at IFLA. Learn about Jenny's experience on some of IFLA's committees, and why there's a role for everyone in the upcoming elections: www.cilip.org.uk/news/692082/...

One of life’s truths is that whenever you are waiting for a bus 2 or 3 go past on the opposite side of the road 😳

Gorgeous morning in London today as I head to @cilip.bsky.social for a strategic planning day as a new Trustee. Looking forward to a stimulating and exciting discussion

Interesting discussion as part of @britishlibrary.bsky.social #AIDebates about the role of libraries (of all kinds) as trusted, collaborative and knowledge-infused spaces.

Join library, information and knowledge management leaders for two days of inspiring talks, workshops and networking at the #CILIPConference! 📍 Hilton Birmingham Metropole 🗓️ 2–3 July Register now: cilipconference.org.uk

#booksky #books

As we push to build houses & new towns, new @bennettinstitute.bsky.social research shows best practice includes public libraries in plans as social & cultural infrastructure https://bit.ly/4h3DVvv #Libraries #CILIP #LibrariesChangeLives @cilip.bsky.social

Looking for new answers by looking at the experiences and practices of the past - not at all a bad idea! www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Govt report by Building Digital UK shows public libraries' vital role in #DigitalInclusion, providing venues, infrastructure, internet access, training, & activities - often with partners https://buff.ly/4gWmX1Z #GetOnlineWeek #Libraries #Library #LibrariesChangeLives @cilip.bsky.social

Terrific to hear about the success of Suffolk Libraries' and BBC Suffolk's #BeKindToAKid appeal. Almost 4,000 toys were donated! A wonderful example of the benefits that public #Libraries provide to their local communities. www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/news/be-kind...

OMG Wordle in 1 today 😂😂😂 Clearly random serendipity, but still feeling in the smug zone!

My Christmas present this year from all my family. Those who know me will know what a thing this was!! ❤️📚❤️

Reading has been such a huge part of my life and in 2016, I started to record what I had been reading. Today I recorded my 200th book this year and my average is 252 over the last 9 years❤️📚❤️Libraries

Libraries have a positive impact on individual and community wellbeing - new research on The New York Public Library by University of Pennsylvania discovered via Policy Commons