For wonks, & actually for all of us, here’s a treat…

CIPFA Stats: Library Authority Profiles Reports comparing each of the 147 library authorities (out of 151authorities) that submitted a return.

These statistics are collected annually, & almost no useful analysis is ever done. In a rare burst of helpfulness (credit where credit is due!) the libraries minister has funded some work to compare how nearby services spend their money, and how effective they are.
Click on the link to find yours… CIPFA data

 

Library News Round-up: 12 September 2015

BBC News : 12th SeptemberNew £10m Willesden Green library and art space opens http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-34232095Facebook | Support for Axminster Library Formal complaint to Devon County Council - Devon Libraries Consultation The full, seven-page letter…