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June 28, 2017 No Comments
The Guardian: 28 June 2017
One-off £1.6m boost for libraries leaves long-term future in question
PRIVATE EYE – Issue No. 1447, p35
Library News | John Glen takes over 
[Bristol and The Wirral cited]
Available in newsagents
The Scotsman: 28 June
Pamela Tulloch: So much more to libraries than merely reading
This is Lancashire: 28 June
Bury Council cabinet committee confirms closure of 10 libraries
Warrington Guardian: 28 June
Council bosses to look at investing in more library books
Council will look at spending more money on library books after a meeting of the Libraries Working Group raised concerns about the current stock.  Figures revealed the amount of money budgeted to be spent on books by LiveWire has more than halved in the past three years, from £1.13 per resident per year in 2013 to just 50p per person in 2016.
Shropshire Star: 28 June
Born Free star Virginia McKenna opens Ellesmere library
Ellesmere Library moves to Meres Day Centre.  To be managed by Shrewsbury-based social care charity Bethphage, which is taking over the operation of the day centre and the library from Shropshire Council.
2BR Lancashire: 28 June
£900,000 spent on Harris Museum
Arts Council funding for museum, art gallery and library
Cambs Times: 28 June
Libraries across Cambridgeshire to become micro venues for arts and culture
Maldon Standard: 28 June
Fines at Essex libraries set to double
The first time changes have been made since 2009. Other charges also affected.
Bristol 24/7: 28 June
‘A mayor for the many, not the few’
Lib Dem group leader Gary Hopkins argued that Labour needs to move away from blaming everybody else and said austerity is not to blame for what he called an “incompetent consultation” on the future of the city’s libraries, saying it is down to “bad management.”
Bristol 24/7: 27 June
‘Library lovers in Bristol face the fight of our lives’
Bibliotek
News and Views
June 27, 2017 No Comments
Bury Times: 27 June
Bury Council set to retain four libraries – Radcliffe, Bury, Ramsbottom and Prestwich – following review
All other libraries across Bury are set to close in August under the plans.
BBC News: 27 June
Old Doncaster Girls’ High School frontage plans for new library
Plan to create a hub with library, museum, art gallery, archives and school library service
Grimsby Telegraph: 27 June
North East Lincolnshire | Tea In The Park cafe at Grant Thorold Library officially opened
The Your Community Hub Community Interest Group took over operation of the Library, alongside the Care4all team who are based there, in order to develop a brand new community hub, equipped with a new cafe, function room, children’s play area and small independent business units
BBC News: 27 June

Arts funding: Major English venues cut, with more money for the regions
Libraries and museums included for the first time
St Helens Star: 27 June
Heart of Glass and St Helens Libraries receive Arts Council England national portfolio funding boost
SCL press release: 27 June
SCL Named Arts Council Sector Support Organisation for Libraries
Arts Professional: 27 June
Arts funding: 183 new NPOs as largest organisations take 3% cut
The number of National Portfolio Organisations will increase to 831, as museums, libraries and new ‘Sector Support Organisations’ join Arts Council England’s portfolio.
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News and Views
June 26, 2017 No Comments
Weston & Somerset Mercury: 24 June
North Somerset | Libraries facing cuts to opening hours
And plans for open+ at six sites
Derby Telegraph: 25 June
Derby City Council members approve £2.7m to be spent on Council House revamp
Work to re-configure the ground floor of the city’s Council House, which would see Job Centre Plus move in and Derby’s main library potentially established there, should be completed by May 2018.
The Hunts Post: 26 June
Cambridgeshire | Doors to new community library open to villagers
Keighley News: 26 June
Huge turnout for official opening of Silsden Community Library
North Somerset Times: 26 June
Opening hours at North Somerset libraries to change
A reduction in opening hours will take place from this weekend
Stratford Herald: 26 June
Reopening date set for Stratford Library
12 July date set
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June 23, 2017 No Comments
Hamstead & Highgate Express: 23 June
Highgate Library campaigners consider legal action 
Includes poll, and a comment from library campaigner, Alan Wylie (not Alan Whitely, as per original article) of Voices for the Library & Speak Up for Libraries 
Huddersfield Examiner: 23 June
Great new library … but how much will it cost ratepayers?
Calderdale Council will not disclose the cost of the new central library in Halifax.
Shields Gazette: 23 June
South Shields library wins top design award
Exmouth Journal: 23 June
Story day held in Budleigh to raise awareness of school library funding campaign
The school in Budleigh Salterton aims to raise  £55,000 to build its own on-site library in building previously used by Carousel Childcare
Bucks Free Press: 23 June
Dozens turn out for Little Chalfont Community Library’s 10th birthday celebrations
Bristol Post: 22 June
Bristol’s newest MP Darren Jones asks government to fund city libraries
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News and Views
June 22, 2017 No Comments
Bristol Post: 22 June
Council announce public meetings to discuss budget cuts
12-week consultation launched last week. Cut options include reducing the number of city libraries from 27 to 10.
BBC News: 22 June
Bristol mayor tells protesters ‘come up with better ideas’
Council proposals include the end of funding for some libraries.
Bury Times: 22 June
Councillors urged to ‘take a hit’ to help save Bury libraries
Brecon and Radnor Express: 22 June
Chance to see hub’s progress
Powys County Council and project contractors Kier held a two-stage event at the site and the town’s library last week (Tuesday, June 6) giving the community a chance to find out about the initiative to renovate the museum and art gallery and provide a new area library, community and education facilities.
Image by Samantha Galbraith (@sgalbraith47) used with permission. Contact the artist at sgalbraith47@yahoo.co.uk for orders or inquiries.
Image by Samantha Galbraith (@sgalbraith47) used with permission.
Contact the artist at sgalbraith47@yahoo.co.uk for orders or inquiries.
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June 20, 2017 No Comments

Hamstead & Highgate Express: 20 June
Haringey | Highgate Library campaigners divided over relocation proposal
http://www.hamhigh.co.uk/news/heritage/highgate-library-campaigners-divided-over-relocation-proposal-1-5069474

Hastings & St Leonards Observer: 20 June
East Sussex | Hastings Library reopening delayed until next spring
http://www.hastingsobserver.co.uk/news/hastings-library-reopening-delayed-until-next-spring-1-8016216

The Guardian: 20 June
The UK government has become dangerously obsessed with facades
inc, ‘Finding it difficult to maintain libraries? Develop a strategic vision while closing library branches.’
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2017/jun/20/grenfell-tower-facade-dangerous-government-facade

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News and Views
June 18, 2017 No Comments
Northern Echo: 18 June
Debate on future uses for historic Darlington library building
‘Lawyer Michael Imperato – whose work has helped to save other UK libraries – has submitted a 20-page letter to the authority outlining concerns over the authority’s consultation process and the trust that governs future use of the building.‘
BBC News: 18 June
Powys | Progress on Brecon cultural hub, Shire Hall and library
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News and Views
June 16, 2017 No Comments
Libraries Taskforce: 15 June
Income generation for public libraries
With comments, and response made on behalf of the Libraries Taskforce. At least one comment still awaiting moderation.
Northern Echo: 16 June
Fresh legal challenge launched in battle to save Darlington’s Crown Street Library
Letter before action issued by Mr Imperato of Watkins and Gunn.
The article has attracted a large number of comments.
Plymouth Herald: 16 June
Relief and anger at new Plymouth libraries closure plan
Four libraries escape closure but others are still earmarked for closure. Instead, library services will be provided at six ‘outreach centres’ based in care homes, churches and community hubs.
Surrey Comet: 16 June
Kingston’s libraries receive £500k investment as they continue to attract more visitors
Times & Star: 16 June
Friends hold library meeting
Friends of Cockermouth Library ( FoCL) will be meeting next week to discuss how the library is running since being handed over to the town council.
The Scotsman: 16 June
Dunfermline Carnegie Library wins double architecture award
Bristol Post: 16 June
Dozens expected to turn out for anti-cuts public meeting
The Bristol Anti-Cuts Alliance is urging people to attend the public meeting on Wednesday, June 21 to discuss how to oppose a raft of proposed cuts to libraries, lollipop people and public toilets.
East Anglian Daily Times: 16 June
£40million Mildenhall Hub still on track despite Suffolk fire service pulling out of project
Hub plans include co-location of services, including the library service.
Image taken at event with storyteller John Kirk, at Wibsley Library in Bradford, West Yorkshire
Image taken at event with storyteller John Kirk, at Wibsley Library in Bradford, West Yorkshire
News and Views
June 15, 2017 No Comments
Stratford Upon Avon Herald: 15 June
Date set for Stratford Library re-opening 
Stratford Observer: 15 June
New look library soon to be unveiled
The Courier: 15 June
Dundee | Crowdfund campaign launched to finance £1.8m Broughty Ferry Library extension
Abergavenny Chronicle: 15 June
Powys residents take the chance for a sneak preview of Brecon’s new cultural hub
Shropshire Star: 15 June
Star comment: The clock is ticking on leisure centres
‘Already we have seen with some libraries that it is possible for local groups and organisations to step up to the mark when the council says its sad goodbye.’
Museums Association: 15 June
John Glen appointed parliamentary under secretary at DCMS
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News and Views
June 14, 2017 No Comments

Fife Today: 14 June
Leading tenants’ group brand new library hub a “disgrace”
http://www.fifetoday.co.uk/news/politics/leading-tenants-group-brand-new-library-hub-a-disgrace-1-4474559

Derby Telegraph: 14 June
Job Centre Plus and library set to be part of new-look Derby City Council House
http://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/job-centre-plus-and-library-to-be-part-of-new-look-derby-city-council-house/story-30388270-detail/story.html

Plymouth Herald: 14 June
SAVED! Four Plymouth libraries escape closure
Four Plymouth libraries have been saved from closure – but six are still set to shut their doors later this year.
http://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/saved-four-plymouth-libraries-escape-closure/story-30389315-detail/story.html

North Devon Gazette: 14 June
Jobs under threat at Barnstaple Library due to ‘restructure’
Libraries Unlimited is consulting with staff and trade unions at Barnstaple Library as proposed restructure could see jobs cut.
http://www.northdevongazette.co.uk/news/barnstaple-library-jobs-under-threat-1-5061571

The Bookseller: 14 June
Seventeen libraries in Bristol threatened with closure
http://www.thebookseller.com/news/seventeen-libraries-bristol-threatened-closure-569706

Wakefield Express: 14 June
Council committed to providing library service in Ossett
http://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/your-say/council-committed-to-providing-library-service-in-ossett-1-8595044

South Cotswolds Gazette: 14 June
Volunteers required to help keep Chipping Sodbury Library open
http://www.gazetteseries.co.uk/news/15347107.Volunteers_required_to_help_keep_Chipping_Sodbury_Library_open/

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June 13, 2017 No Comments

Bristol 24/7: 13 June
More than half of Bristol’s libraries could close
Under new proposals, the number of libraries will go down from 27 to just 10, with a reduction in opening hours for the libraries that remain.
https://www.bristol247.com/news-and-features/news/half-bristols-libraries-close/

ITV News: 13 June
Bristol to lose 17 libraries under latest saving proposals
Bristol Post: 13 June
Councillors hit out at ‘appalling’ and ‘devastating’ cut proposals concerning libraries and public toilets
Liverpool Echo: 13 June
Could ten libraries be closed in Wirral as council tries to save cash?
Report suggests keeping 14-16 out of 24 branches – and more reliance on volunteers.
The Bookseller: 12 June

Pottermore to allow free e-book library loans
Staffordshire Newsletter: 12 June
Stafford’s Rising Brook Library celebrates new status as it marks 60th anniversary
An official opening ceremony on Saturday marked the library’s move to a volunteer-run facility.
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News and Views
June 12, 2017 No Comments

The Bookseller: 12 June
Desmond Clarke dies
http://www.thebookseller.com/news/desmond-clarke-dies-567831

Northern Echo: 12 June
Community centre or redevelopment – Darlington Council to decide on the two options for the future use of Crown Street library
The Times: 12 June
Lottery win for Wonky Box of Bettws
£3K inc. community information point, lending library with a defibrillator
with comments
Northern Echo: 10 June

‘I will chain myself to the railings to save library,’ declares Darlington’s Labour MP Jenny Chapman
Inverness Courier: 9 June
Sex offender intrusion prompts security review
Security risks arising from schools sharing grounds with public swimming pools and libraries
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News and Views
June 9, 2017 No Comments
Oxford Mail: 8 June
Oxford tops chart for best city to be a primary school pupil
Museums, libraries and ‘outstanding’ schools have seen Oxford named one of the best cities in the UK to be a primary school pupil.
http://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/15335559.Oxford_tops_chart_for_best_city_to_be_a_primary_school_pupil/
Yorkshire Post: 8 June
The new Children’s Laureate – why reading is more than just child’s play
‘If books are crucial during a child’s formative years then so, too, are libraries. 
 
“They do a lot more than just provide books, they act as community hubs and very often they are the first place where a child encounters a book and has the chance to choose a book. School libraries are incredibly important and yet some schools don’t even have one.” 
 
Around 8,000 jobs in UK libraries have disappeared since 2010, about a quarter of the overall total, as councils have slashed spending on public libraries, hundreds of which have been closed, and it’s an issue that authors like Child have repeatedly voiced concerns about. “I can’t change things on my own, nobody can, but what I can do is talk about the importance of them and if enough people do that then it can make a difference.”’
http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/analysis/the-new-children-s-laureate-why-reading-is-more-than-just-child-s-play-1-8585774
The Bookseller: 9 June
Libraries minister Wilson loses his seat
http://www.thebookseller.com/news/libraries-minister-wilson-loses-his-seat-567816
The Star: 9 June
Sheffield | Have your say on Woodseats library opening hours
http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/have-your-say-on-woodseats-library-opening-hours-1-8587755
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News and Views
June 7, 2017 No Comments

The Courier: 6 June
Val McDermid says she “would not be a writer” without public libraries
https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/local/dundee/441915/val-mcdermid-says-not-writer-without-public-libraries/

Lancashire Post: 6 June
Library sell-off back from the brink
http://www.lep.co.uk/whats-on/arts/library-sell-off-back-from-the-brink-1-8581417

York Press: 7 June
New mobile library to launch
Replaces Haxby library which was closed at short notice due to structural issues
http://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/15331620.New_mobile_library_to_launch/

BBC News: 7 June
Lauren Child: New Children’s Laureate worried about equality in books`
‘She also voiced concerns about library closures.
Child said: “There are many children who don’t have access to books and they don’t have
access to books in their schools because a lot of schools don’t have libraries.
“If we value literacy as much as we say we do and as much as we should, then children need that opportunity. So I worry about the haves and have-nots and giving children the opportunity to try things out.”‘
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40185267

Huffington Post: 7 June
This Is What The UK Has Lost Since Austerity Measures Were Introduced
inc, 

  • The Department for Communities and Local Government which funds libraries amongst other things, has been the hardest hit by austerity.
  • Many local authorities are at “breaking point” and some may even have to declare insolvency.
  • Spending on public services will be 22% lower this year then in 2010.
  • According to one piece of research, by 2020, authorities will have faced real-terms cuts of up to £30 billion in the preceding decade.
  • Councils have a statutory duty to provide ‘comprehensive and efficient’ library services.
  • Data collected by the Guardian in 2012 shows 2011 was the first year volunteers outnumbered their paid counterparts for the first time.
  • Combined visitors to library websites and premises rose from 2007-10 then dropped.
And comment from Ian Anstice of Public Libraries News

http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/uk-austerity_uk_59366ad3e4b013c4816aaac2?mql

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News and Views
June 5, 2017 No Comments
The Bookseller: 5 June
Riddell urges next government to address children’s rights
Bath Chronicle: 5 June
Letter: ‘Appalled’ at treatment of fellow Save Bath Library campaigners
York Press: 5 June
Nth Yorks | Norton library and community hub extends its opening hours and appeals for volunteers
The volunteer-run centre has been open a month.
York Press: 5 June
Nth Yorks | Books home deliveries
‘Selection and delivery volunteers’ needed for several libraries, including community-managed ones.
The Northern Echo: 5 June
Nth Yorks | Best-selling historical author to open Stokesley’s new community library
Library run by a community trust and volunteers, with council funding a professional library manager to run the venture and manage its resources and staffing. If the service is delivered by volunteers, what staff is the manager actually managing? Staff are paid, aren’t they?
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News and Views
June 4, 2017 No Comments
BBC News: 4 June
Family Library charity could ‘cease to exist’ if funds are not raised
Need to raise £250K. “The charity took control of the services in 2012, when government funding ceased, and has been funded by online gambling firm PokerStars and that company’s co-founders, the Sheinberg family.”
Richmondshire Today: 4 June
Catterick, Colburn and Richmond libraries seeking volunteers
The Times: 4 June
School library cuts ‘hurt pupil creativity’
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News and Views
June 2, 2017 No Comments
The Christian Scientist Monitor: 2 June
The end of books? Tell that to 250,000 readers at the Hay Festival.
The festival, which ends on Sunday, attracts a quarter million bibliophiles every year, even as the libraries around Hay-on-Wye face constricting budgets and shorter hours.
Broken Barnet blog: 2 June
Saving Broken Barnet: Mrs Angry’s pre-election guide
Details cuts to Barnet libraries and the consequences.
Bath Chronicle: 2 June
Letter: Library move would reduce services
 
East Anglian Daily Times: 2 June
Drive to get Suffolk children reading for pleasure behind surge in youngsters enjoying books, say libraries
TES: 1 June
Record number of teenagers say they enjoy reading
News and Views
June 1, 2017 No Comments
The Guardian: 1 June
UK desperately needs new volunteers to fill yawning gaps in public services
ITV News: 1 June
Funding cuts threaten South Tyneside libraries
Chronicle Live: 1 June
Future of four libraries at risk of closure as South Tyneside Council tries to manage budget cuts
Shields Gazette: 1 June

Consultation launched on the future of libraries in South Tyneside
Gazette Live: 1 June
Mobile library to stay on Redcar and Cleveland roads after ‘U-turn
South Yorkshire Times: 1 June
Favourite Things: Librarian Lesley on promoting reading in Doncaster
‘My wish would be that school libraries were made a statutory requirement and that the librarians who run them with such passion be recognised as crucial in teaching children research skills and making them information literate, as well as promoting reading to them as a skill for life.’
Litchfield Live: 1 June
Staffordshire | Council chiefs say new Lichfield Library will create a “first class” facility in the city
Warrington Guardian: 1 June
Warrington North candidates debate Brexit, air pollution and library services
Whilst two pledge to save libraries, ‘Cllr Marks, a former council leader, does not believe they should be saved ‘at all costs’.
He said: “The world is different now in terms of the internet. By involving the community and different organisations we can actually make the library service better than before at no extra cost.  It needs a big shake-up.”‘
North Somerset Times: 1 June
North Somerset Council to spend £460,000 improving lights at Castlewood in Clevedon
‘In the past two months North Somerset Council has made library assistants redundant, raised council tax and agreed its ‘hardest budget’ ever, however it has just agreed to spend almost half a million pounds on new lights for its headquarters.’
Express & Star :31 May
Walsall | Pelsall Library to close next month amid cost-cutting plans
Just one of the nine libraries to be closed to save funds
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