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DCMS Libraries retweeted
The Libraries Improvement Fund Round 5 is now open.đź“š
ÂŁ5.5m available to help library services in England upgrade buildings, spaces and digital infrastructure.
Find out more and apply. đź”— bit.ly/4wcDVl4
Image Credit: Henleaze Library
ALT A library interior with bookshelves filled with books. A sign reads, "Libraries Improvement Fund: Applications now open." The carpeting is green with circular patterns.
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30 Oct 2025
Find out more about this year's #GreenLibraries Week and how you can get involved here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/20…
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29 Oct 2025
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/20…
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24 Oct 2025
🌱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/20…
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DCMS Libraries retweeted
10 Oct 2025
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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17 Sep 2025
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/20…
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16 Jul 2025
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/20…
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2 Jul 2025
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/20…
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DCMS Libraries retweeted
13 Jun 2025
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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DCMS Libraries retweeted
13 Jun 2025
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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13 Jun 2025
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/20…
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DCMS Libraries retweeted
5 Jun 2025
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
5 Jun 2025
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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DCMS Libraries retweeted
4 Jun 2025
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/20…
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DCMS Libraries retweeted
4 Jun 2025
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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DCMS Libraries retweeted
3 Jun 2025
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 ⬇️
2 Jun 2025
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/f… @CILIPinfo
ALT Chris Riddell's illustration of Alex McCormick speaking at the Reading Rights summit, with a library in the background. Plus the words: "Access to books should not be a postcode lottery"
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25 Apr 2025
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/20…
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4 Apr 2025
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/20…
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DCMS Libraries retweeted
25 Mar 2025
NEWS: ÂŁ30 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
More ⬇️
gov.uk/government/news/museu…
ALT graphic reading 'ÂŁ30 million in funding for museums & libraries to improve access to culture'
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DCMS Libraries retweeted
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
ALT Hand drawn illustration of a hand holding a megaphone. Text reads: Have your say! We want to hear your views to help us shape our future work on Digital Inclusion.
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26 Feb 2025
Read more about @SciTechgovuk Digital Inclusion Plan and the role of public libraries in tackling digital inclusion here: dcmslibraries.blog.gov.uk/20…
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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