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LATEST NEWS The Universal Reading Offer is a new strategy to keep the momentum going in hard times. Read More...
SUPPORT WORK WITH LIBRARIES Top selling authors including Alan Bennett and Stephen Fry write about why libraries matter to them in The Library Book. Royalties are going to support our library reading programmes so please buy your copy.
NOW AVAILABLE Read about the key findings and achievements from the 2011 Summer Reading Challenge in the evalulation report
NEWS At least 40 new or significantly refurbished libraries to open in 2012 plus vision for a vibrant future library service based on collaboration and innovation.
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CONSULTANCY New consultancy available now. Responding to demand from local authorities. Details and bookings being taken now.