Libraries
‘A library for homeless people can offer more than books, it’s a space to be’
‘A library for homeless people can offer more than books, it’s a space to be’
Streetreads Library has launched to offer homeless people a purpose-built facility in Edinburgh. Coordinator Emma Jardine explains why the service offers a safe space that other libraries can’t.
Why Britain’s economy can’t afford to lose the public library
Why Britain’s economy can’t afford to lose the public library
Nick Poole reiterates the importance access to books and information, making the economic case for the UK’s libraries
Libraries can save us – on book days and every day
Libraries can save us – on book days and every day
In a post-Covid world, the case for well-funded libraries has never been stronger, writes Sean McNamara
After lockdown, the libraries of my life will be waiting
After lockdown, the libraries of my life will be waiting
Public Library Apparel is making a fashion statement for libraries
Public Library Apparel is making a fashion statement for libraries
Bobby Seagull: ‘Libraries have a central role to play in a post-Covid world’
Bobby Seagull: ‘Libraries have a central role to play in a post-Covid world’
Lord John Bird has taken the battle for library funding to the Lords
Lord John Bird has taken the battle for library funding to the Lords
Public Libraries – our new report shows urgent need to boost funding
Public Libraries – our new report shows urgent need to boost funding
John Bird: Final chapter of Essex library campaign gives hope to all
John Bird: Final chapter of Essex library campaign gives hope to all
Schools in Scotland are replacing library staff with their own students
Schools in Scotland are replacing library staff with their own students
Sleeper hit: You can bed down for the night at Gladstone’s Library
Sleeper hit: You can bed down for the night at Gladstone’s Library
Blackadder actor blasts cunning plan to close Bristol libraries
Blackadder actor blasts cunning plan to close Bristol libraries
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Big names back libraries ahead of Worlds of Possibilities Festival
