2016 report card - and looking forward to 2017

Paul Blantern, Chair of the Libraries Taskforce, shares his reflections on 2016 and looks ahead to a packed work programme in 2017
Paul Blantern, Chair of the Libraries Taskforce, shares his reflections on 2016 and looks ahead to a packed work programme in 2017
Mark Freeman writes about the refurbishment and reopening of Yarm library.
Library blogger, Leon Bolton shares his thoughts on the way the world of public libraries in England is evolving
Jonathan Lindley, head of the Public Service Mutuals team, writes about public service mutuals and expands on DCMS plans to support services who wish to investigate options
Research into community managed libraries, and the creation of a peer support network
Introducing the new 'Libraries: Opportunities for Everyone' innovation fund.
A short series of events to look at Libraries Deliver in more detail. When, where and how to book.
Announcing publication of Libraries Deliver: Ambition for Public Libraries in England 2016-2021
Tabitha Witherick shares her experience developing a digital making programme in Taunton
Post written following the Libraries Taskforce meeting which was hosted by Public Health England and had a focus on the outcome: how libraries help people lead happier and healthier lives