Find out more about this year's #GreenLibraries Week and how you can get involved here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/30/gre…
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As part of #GreenLibraries Week, we're shining a spotlight on Natural England's partnership with Libraries Connected which uses public libraries as gateways to nature, creativity, health, and community resilience: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/29/col…
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🌱Are you ready for #GreenLibraries Week? Read about The British Library’s recent "Unearthed: The Power of Gardening" exhibition in libraries across the UK here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/24/une…
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Celebrating 175 years of the Public Libraries Act! From opening up knowledge to all in 1850 to today's vibrant community hubs, libraries remain engines of social mobility and democracy in action
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Today on the DCMS Libraries blog, we're shining a spotlight on Stockton-on-Tees Library Service and how The Libraries Improvement Fund supported them to upgrade their central library: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/09/17/mak…
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Last week, DCMS published research by IPSOS on the barriers and enablers of library engagement among non-users. Read more about the findings and interventions to consider here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/16/red…
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DCMS is the largest contributor of honours nominations across Whitehall and an incredible 248 people across DCMS sectors recognised in The King’s official Birthday Honours List. Read more about those recognised for services to public libraries here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/01/lib…
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Great to hear about @britishlibrary work with @leedslibraries both in their exhibition on football fanzines and in @BIPCLeeds supporting innovation and growth and hear from the Leeds Central Library team about their work and plans to upgrade their beautiful building.
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Great to vist @britishlibrary in Boston Spa today and see their ambitious Boston Spa renewed project with their Chair DameCarolBlack, CEO Rebecca Lawrence and @_judithblake and hear how they want to open up their site and collection to the public and schools.
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Today we're shining a spotlight on the partnership between Salford Libraries and Salford Jobcentres as an example of how both parties can maximise their impact and connect with local communities. dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/13/the…
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Fabulous to visit Rugby Library with @JohnSlinger MP today to celebrate Libraries’ Week and hear about the range of work they do for and with the local community - thank you to them and everyone working in our brilliant libraries @warkslibraries
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Thank you @fionatwycross @DcmsLibraries Minister for libraries for visiting Rugby @Warwickshire_CC @warkslibraries with local MP @JohnSlinger during Libraries Week to see first hand the wide range of activities on offer.
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Read this @DCMS blog to find out more about #LibrariesChangeLives week. Policy & decision makers are visiting library services across England this week to meet with library staff and users, tour facilities and hear first-hand how libraries support people: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/04/joi…
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This year, Libraries Week is celebrating the vital role libraries play in building a sustainable economy.
We're driving and sustaining economic growth across the UK - all in your local library.
Read our blog for @DCMS to find out more: bit.ly/43LW63E
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When Spellow Community Hub and Library was destroyed last year, local residents stepped up to save it, led by Alex McCormick
The theme of #LibrariesWeek is #LibrariesChangeLives - WATCH to see what Spellow means to the community of Liverpool, and Alex ⬇️
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Happy #LibrariesWeek! The theme is #LibrariesChangeLives - something Alex McCormick knows all about. She fundraised to save Spellow Community Hub & Library after the riots and at the #ReadingRights summit, she shared why libraries are vital: booktrust.org.uk/resources/find… @CILIPinfo
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Today we’re shining a spotlight on Brent Libraries who were able to upgrade Harlesden Library Hub with the support of LIF funding. The fourth round of the Libraries Improvement Fund will open for expressions of interest on Tuesday 6th May. dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/04/25/bre…
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The fourth round of the Libraries Improvement Fund will open for expressions of interest on Tuesday 6th May.
Today we’re shining a spotlight on Barnsley Libraries who were able to upgrade their libraries with the support of LIF funding. dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/04/04/bar…
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NEWS: £30 million for museums and libraries to improve access to arts and culture
Expressions of interest open in May for a fifth round of the Museum Estate and Development Fund and a fourth round of the Libraries Improvement Fund
122 museum projects and 95 library projects have already benefitted from the schemes
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Help shape the future of our work to get more people online and share your views on:
🟣 Opening opportunities through skills
🟣 Tackling device & data poverty
🟣 Barriers to digital services
🟣 Building confidence & supporting services
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Read more about @SciTechgovuk Digital Inclusion Plan and the role of public libraries in tackling digital inclusion here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/2025/02/26/how…
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From speaking to your GP, to applying for jobs - daily tasks have become increasingly digitised. Yet around 1 in 4 people in the UK struggle to use online services. Here’s 5 ways our Digital Inclusion Action Plan ensures everyone has the skills to thrive in modern society 👇
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A brighter future for culture
Our creative sectors have already made an incredible impact, and with the right support, we can unlock even more potential ⤵️
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