Leading the Development of Public Libraries
The Society of Chief Librarians leads the debate on the future of public libraries and advocates for continuous improvement of the public library service on behalf of local people.
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2.5 Million People Helped Online in Libraries in Past 18 Months
The Society of Chief Librarians announces that it has exceeded its target by five times as key partner in Government's RaceOnline2012.
Public library staff and volunteers in the UK have helped more than 2.5 million people to go online ...
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SCL has compiled a number of statistics, facts and case studies measuring the value of the public library service.
SCL Value of the Public Library Service ...
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Dudley Libraries Customer Inspired by Computer Course
Dave, a Dudley Libraries customer, found new ways to connect with learning through computer courses at his library.
Dave suffered a heart attack shortly after being made redundant from his long-term job. He quickly became depressed by the sudden combination of poor health and unemployment. Dave's life in Tipton in the Black Country (Dudley, West Midlands) seemed to ...
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Giving Young People a Voice in Libraries
As well as being part of SCL, I am also more...
Library user puts it all in perspective...
This morning I got into work prepared for several meetings more...
Find a Library Statement
The Society of Chief Librarians encourages library customers to put more...