Leon Bolton

Leon is a professionally qualified and chartered librarian, who has been involved in libraries for over 20 years. Originally in the academic sector before moving over to public libraries in 2007, he comments on library issues on Leon's Library Blog and on Twitter @librareon
He is strongly committed to the vital role that public libraries play in society and to promoting the learning, community and cultural potential of libraries.

Changing times, changing roles

Leon Bolton, 8 December 2016 - Libraries Deliver: how we'll achieve this

Library blogger, Leon Bolton shares his thoughts on the way the world of public libraries in England is evolving

Libraries without boundaries

Leon Bolton, 13 April 2016 - Good practice, Library news

Guest post with comments on the Libraries Deliver: Ambition for Libraries in England document and process

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The DCMS Libraries team supports ministers, as they oversee and promote the improvement of local government's provision of public library services in England. It is also responsible for other library policy such as DCMS sponsorship of the British Library and Public Lending Right Scheme. On this blog, members of the team talk about their work. Find out more

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