Libraries in Birmingham

Reporting on new structures and visits to Selly Oak, Kings Norton and Thimblemill.
Reporting on new structures and visits to Selly Oak, Kings Norton and Thimblemill.
Sarah Mears, Library Service Manager, Essex Libraries and Chair of the Young People’s Library Survey Group writes about the recent report which analysed the Young People’s Library Survey from 2014 -2017.
Catherine Cooke describes how TriBorough have improved the visibility of their catalogue to internet search engines through the use of linked data, positioning the library where its users - and potential users - are.
Daniel Waller writes about the launch of the first Tovertafel device in a public library, as part of creating a dementia friendly community
Michael Ellis MP, the new Libraries Minister shares his thoughts about libraries, and mentions libraries he has visited around the country since starting his role.
Kim Bromley-Derry, Chair of the Libraries Taskforce, shares his reflections on 2017 and looks ahead to a packed work programme in 2018
Ian Anstice writes about a unique North West library partnership
Rachel and Andy introduce the programme, share news of a couple of projects and write about the support network
Reporting back from Gateshead library on 3 workshops: coding a drone, walking with a puppy, and understanding family learning
An update on the work of the peer support network with links to their blogs, training programme and conference.