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Libraries deliver health and well-being support

English public libraries’ significant contribution to health and well-being in communities is highlighted in new research

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Opening up new spaces

Today sees the publication of 'Opening Up Spaces: bringing new people into museums, libraries and archives by supporting self-organised learning groups'. The document showcases innovative and exciting self-organised learning groups which are using open spaces in museums, libraries and archives across the country. 'Opening up Spaces' responds to the call for more spaces for informal adult...

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Accreditation standard – have your say

Museum professionals have an opportunity to give their views to help shape the final Accreditation standard. Individuals or organisations can comment on the revised scheme.

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Staffordshire Hoard saved

The MLA welcomes the news that the Staffordshire Hoard's future has been secured for the benefit of the communities of the West Midlands and beyond.

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Archives for the 21st Century in action

‘Archives for the 21st Century in action’ offers clear and practical advice to provide leadership, guidance and to drive successful partnerships.

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  • Defence of Renaissance must be forward looking

    "I am optimistic that that we are winning the argument for sustained Renaissance funding, because we can point to museum services...  Read more
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  • V&A secures Punch and Judy archive

    An important paper archive relating to the Punch and Judy puppet show has been acquired by the nation through the Acceptance in Lieu...  Read more
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  • HCA recognition for toolkit

    The Living Places Culture and Sport Planning Toolkit receives recognition from Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) as a best practice...  Read more
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  • London 2012 thoughts captured

    Museums, libraries and archives will enable people to have their say on the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games as part of The...  Read more
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  • First ten areas to join Future Libraries programme announced

    The Future Libraries Programme, formed by a partnership between national and local government, and driven by councils themselves,...  Read more
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  • Time ticking for rare regulator

    Culture Minister has placed a temporary export bar on a very rare regulator made in the celebrated Arnold workshop providing a last...  Read more
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More press releases

  • Taking the learning journey

    Museums, libraries and archives need more imaginative thinking to ensure that the sector emerges from the tough public spending...  Read more
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  • Pakistan Floods Appeal - how you can help

    The Disaster Emergency Committee (DEC), an umbrella organisation for 13 humanitarian agencies, has launched an appeal to help those...  Read more
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  • Libraries needed for itea and biscuits week

    The MLA urges libraries to register for Age UK's itea and biscuit week, 20-26 September 2010, and help encourage more digitally...  Read more
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  • Library launches Race Online bus

    Championing the Race Online 2012 campaign, the Mobile Broadband Bus was launched today at Wallingford Library, as part of the...  Read more
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  • MOBO winner wows young crowd at local library

    A young Liverpool library audience was rocked by award-winning hip-hop star, Akala, as he kicked-off the start of his summer tour of...  Read more
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  • School library commission release date

    The School Library Commission, chaired by Baroness Estelle Morris, will issue the commission's report on 15 September 2010.  Read more
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More news stories

  • Engaging the consumer

    "Local authorities should always consider culture as an opportunity rather than a cost - it is not something to be bolted on as a...  Read more
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  • Renaissance 'not optional'

    As the clouds of economic gloom swirl around us, we need to do everything we can to confirm the place of museums at the heart of our...  Read more
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  • Shaping a modern library service

    MLA Chief Executive Roy Clare sets out the key factors that define a modern public library service.  Read more
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  • MLA Chief Executive talks to Local Government TV

    In an interview with the Local Government Channel MLA Chief Executive Roy Clare has been asked about the role libraries play in the...  Read more
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  • A powerful library champion

    New US president, Barack Obama, shares the MLA's drive and enthusiasm for public libraries.  Read more
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  • Shaping the Future

    A transformation in information, advice and guidance services was kicked off with a prospectus called Shaping the Future.  Read more
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Defence of Renaissance must be forward looking

"I am optimistic that that we are winning the argument for sustained Renaissance funding, because we can point to museum services that have used the cash to become more outgoing - forming partnerships, spreading new ideas, and exciting the public –and we can therefore legitimately promise to do more with less.” Continue reading

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