Barnet UNISON : 28th May
Why we are striking from a Library worker

http://www.barnetunison.me.uk/?q=node/1576

BBC News : 27th May
Community groups set to run libraries in Leicestershire
The authority hopes communities will run up to 36 libraries while it retains responsibility for 16 of the busiest.
“I hope that communities can run all 36 libraries, so that none have to close.”
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-32898422

Border Counties Advertizer : 27th May
Shropshire | New chapter for village library?
A staggering range of services could be coming to Gobowen Library as part of ambitious re-design proposals.
http://www.bordercountiesadvertizer.co.uk/news/148359/new-chapter-for-village-library-.aspx

 

Updates from The Library Campaign:

Places available for Campaign workshop, run by Sheila Mckechnie Foundation, in Birmingham – 26 June
http://www.librarycampaign.com/places-still-available-campaign-workshop-birmingham-26-june-2015/

We may be able to help with costs if you plan to attend.  Please get in touch.

The Library Campaign AGM is due. The date and venue will be available shortly.

In order to continue and further our campaigning for libraries, the current Trustees are seeking to enlist greater active support. 

Could you offer help with admin, membership, accounts, social media, website or help offer support to campaign groups,  on an ad hoc or a more regular basis?  

Are you interested in standing as a Trustee or taking a more active role in our meetings and the charity? 

Our long-standing Treasurer has indicated he’d prefer to pass the role on, and we have always welcomed more members on our board of Trustees.
We really need help to make a difference for libraries in the UK.  
Any offers of help are very welcome so please get in touch.
Email thelibrarycampaign@gmail.com if you’d like to offer help or to know more.
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Libraries News Round-up: 2 December 2017

The Guardian: 2 December Library closures mean lonely people will be left out in the cold this Christmas time https://www.theguardian.com/public-leaders-network/2017/dec/02/library-closures-lonely-people-cold-christmas-public-sector-cuts Warrington Guardian: 2 December Final call to have your say…