Library task force starts work

A new task force for libraries, which met for the first time last week, will focus its attention on sharing best practice between councils, promoting the role of digital and shaping a workforce for the future. One of the key aims of the Leadership for Libraries task force will be to highlight to council decision-makers the wide variety of roles that libraries play in their communities—be it boosting health, safety or information agendas. It will also look to help services to share their skills and showcase their value. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2015-03-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Bookseller | 2014-01-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Bookseller | 2014-01-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Publishing Perspectives | 2014-01-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2014-01-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-01-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Bookseller | 2013-12-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Guardian | 2013-12-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Engadget | 2013-12-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-12-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Guardian | 2013-12-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-12-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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