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We are the leading professional body for librarians, information specialists and knowledge managers. Our purpose is to unite, support and empower information professionals across all sectors. cilip.org.uk
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Empowering England’s next library leaders: #NewSkills for the Future Library Leader is built around two modules: Digital Skills & Futures Literacy. We want 1000 participants from England’s public libraries trained by March '26. #ACEFunded. Sign up today: www.cilip.org.uk/future-libraries
November 13, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Last chance! Considering your next procurement cycle? Join our FREE Manchester #SupplierShowcase at the stunning Midland Hotel. Explore leading platforms, live demos & 1:1 meetings from suppliers inc. @oclc.org @soutron.bsky.social Global & #AccessitLib.🗓️21 November
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Graphic that reads A CILIP buying event, Supplier Showcase Friday 21th November, MIDLAND Hotel, Manchester. Sticker reads free to attend. To the right there is an image of a 3 people talking to each other in a professional setting. At the bottom of the image there’s 3 bullet points reading; product browsing, 1.1 meetings and networking.
November 13, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Promotion: Check out our #CILIP Supplier Partners, Lorensbergs' services: https://www.lorensbergs.co.uk/
November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Just launched! @cilip.bsky.social's new professional development programme: New Skills for the Future Library Leader. A short course designed to empower the next generation of leaders in England’s public libraries. Funded by @artscouncilengland.bsky.social
Find out more: https://ow.ly/OGN750XqCUi
November 13, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Why should you enrol for New Skills for the Future Library Leader?

👩‍💻Watch this short video and find out all about the Digital Skills and Futures Literacy modules and why you should take them: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/futurelibraryleader
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November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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One day to go before we go LIVE with our new professional development training programme: New Skills for the Future Library Leader. The self-paced training focuses on key topics: Digital Skills & Futures Literacy. Watch our intro video & module info: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/futurelibraryleader
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November 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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REMINDER! #CILIP members - check your contact details are up to date. You'll receive an email on Thur 13 Nov with your ballot to elect the 2026 Vice President & new Trustee.
🗳️Vote ends: 5pm | 4 Dec.
Read the candidate statements and update your details: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/2026elections
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November 11, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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Sign-up to take part in our Green Libraries Self-Assessment Framework pilot. This will enable libraries to audit their climate action, it has four levels and is mapped to the #GreenLibraries Manifesto: https://forms.office.com/e/y4Ga4xEUkp
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November 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Submit a session idea for our leading Data Protection Conference and you could secure a free place at the event. Deadline 30January 2026.
Apply at https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/DataConf26
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Message from #CILIP Supplier Partner: Crown Information Management support libraries & information services with secure storage, intelligent digitisation & compliant records management -helping you safeguard collections, meet regulatory standards & enable digital access: https://www.crownrms.com/uk/
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November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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#CILIP members - check your contact details are up to date. You'll receive an email on Thur 13 Nov with voting instructions to elect the 2026 Vice President & new Trustee.
🗳️Voting ends: 5pm | 4 Dec.
Read the candidate statements and update your details: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/2026elections
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November 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Future library leader? In that case, we've something interesting for you! On 13 Nov #CILIP launches New Skills for the Future Library Leader, a free online course to help public librarians in England strengthen two essential skills: Digital Skills & Futures Literacy. https://ow.ly/bBC850XnVmw
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November 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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From November 26 library services in all sectors can begin testing a pilot Green Libraries Self-Assessment Framework and audit their climate actions! Sign-up now! #GreenLibraries https://forms.office.com/e/y4Ga4xEUkp
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November 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Delighted to welcome IS Oxford Ltd, suppliers of Heritage Cirqa to our Supplier Showcase. Visit their stand to see how their new online catalogue Look4 can increase user engagement, promote resource discovery, make your job easier & for giveaways! https://ow.ly/JIW850XohZs
Graphic that reads A CILIP buying event, Manchester Supplier Showcase. Sticker reads free to attend. To the left there is an image of a megaphone and to the right there is a logo of Accessit Library. At the bottom there’s 3 bullet points reading; product browsing, 1.1 meetings and networking.
November 7, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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We're SO looking forward to the finale of #CelebrityTraitors. Whoever wins we have just one message.

Stephen Fry is and always has been... 100% Faithful to Libraries!
November 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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If this sparks your interest, why not sign up to our CPD-accredited half-day workshop exploring how AI affects UK GDPR, data protection, and ethics. Learn from expert Jess how to manage legal and privacy challenges and ensure responsible AI use. www.cilip.org.uk/page/AIandDa...
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November 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Delighted to welcome Accessit Software to our #SupplierShowcase. Looking to manage your busy library more efficiently? Book a meeting with Duncan to talk about Accessit's latest features & be in a draw to help your library to win a £150 book voucher. https://ow.ly/Ha6X50XnCOX
Graphic that reads A CILIP buying event, Manchester Supplier Showcase. Sticker reads free to attend. To the left there is an image of a megaphone and to the right there is a logo of Accessit Library. At the bottom there’s 3 bullet points reading; product browsing, 1.1 meetings and networking.
November 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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💡Submit a session idea for our leading Copyright Conference and you could secure a free place at the event. Apply at https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/CopyrightConf26
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November 6, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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📢 FINAL CHANCE. Join #NaomiKorn Associates for this CPD-accredited half-day workshop to explore how AI affects UK GDPR, data protection & ethics. Learn from expert Jess how to manage legal & privacy challenges & ensure responsible AI use. https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/AIandDataProtectionLaw2025
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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Join #NaomiKorn Associates for this CPD-accredited half-day workshop exploring how AI affects UK GDPR, data protection, and ethics. Learn from expert Jess how to manage legal and privacy challenges and ensure responsible AI use.
Book by 6 Nov: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/AIandDataProtectionLaw2025
"The image features the statue of Lady Justice holding balanced scales, Text says AI and Data Protection Law: Privacy and Ethical Considerations 13 November 2025, 1.30 – 5pm CPD Certified Logo"
November 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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Next week CILIP launches a great, free opportunity to upskill in two key skillsets: Digital Skills and Futures Literacy. Enrol now to gain access to our new online training course - New Skills for the Future Library Leader. Register your interest today! www.cilip.org.uk/futurelibraryleader
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November 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Did you see our news that the prestigious international library event the World Library & Information Congress (WLIC) 2027 is taking place in London & UK after a successful bid by a partnership led by CILIP? Members - get talking to yr IFLA colleagues! https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/IFLAWLIC2027news
November 5, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Meet the candidates for the 2026 Vice President & Trustee election. Make sure your contact details are up to date. CILIP members will receive an email on Thur 13 Nov with voting instructions.
🗳️Voting closes at 5pm on 4 Dec.
Read the candidate statements: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/2026elections
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November 5, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Join #NaomiAssociates for this CPD-accredited half-day workshop. Explore how AI affects UK GDPR, data protection & ethics. Learn from expert Jess how to manage legal and privacy challenges and ensure responsible AI use.
📢Hurry - Book by 6 Nov: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/AIandDataProtectionLaw2025
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November 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Delighted to welcome Civica, suppliers of Spydus Library Management system to the CILIP Supplier Showcase. They’ll be showcasing their Spydus Library Management software. Visit their stand to try out Spydus in action. Book for FREE: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/SupplierShowcaseManchester25_Home
Graphic that reads A CILIP buying event, Manchester Supplier Showcase. Sticker reads free to attend. To the left there is an image of a megaphone and to the right there is a logo of Civica. At the bottom there’s 3 bullet points reading; product browsing, 1.1 meetings and networking.
November 4, 2025 at 11:14 AM