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Katrina Hall
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NHS Wales Partnerships Librarian
Based in South Wales, UK
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Reposted by Katrina Hall
nhswaleslibservice.bsky.social
Our colleagues at @cavuhblibraries.bsky.social have been hard at work in 2025, providing 156 literature searches for their health board.
All #NHSWales Libraries offer this service to their health board staff, and you can easily request a search on our website! www.nhswls.org/literaturese...
cavuhblibraries.bsky.social CAVUHB Library Service @cavuhblibraries.bsky.social · 5d
Did you know that we provide a literature search service for @cavuhb.bsky.social staff?
In 2025 we supported the health board with 156 searches - saving our colleagues over 119 DAYS of staff time.
Take a look at our report summary below to see some specifics of how we've impacted CAVUHB ⏬
February 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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cilip.bsky.social
This is a brand new role responsible for designing, organising and delivering the Library training output for this legal reference library, which dates back to 1506. Fantastic opportunity. #LISJobs #Libraries @ciliplondon.bsky.social
@biall.org.uk informationprofessionaljobs.com/jobs/trainin...
Training Librarian, London
Training Librarian The Training Librarian is a new role and will be responsible for designing, organising and delivering the Library training output for members and library staff (with appropriate sup...
informationprofessionaljobs.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:11 AM
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drbeth.bsky.social
And we're back to this. #pubmed #NIHFundingLapse
Pubmed website with a notice on it saying that due to a lapse in government funding it might not be up to date.
February 3, 2026 at 9:23 AM
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rcn.org.uk
Are you affected by the UK government's proposed reforms to Indefinite Leave to Remain? Our free webinar next week will help build a clearer understanding of what the reforms could mean for you.

📅 Tue 27 Jan
🕕 6pm - 7pm
📌 Online - register now: https://bit.ly/45PHL8a
Advertisement from the Royal College of Nursing for a webinar on January 27, featuring updates and actions related to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). A person is using a laptop in the foreground. Button at the bottom reads 'Book now.'
January 21, 2026 at 10:55 AM
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astonunarchives.bsky.social
We are hiring! We are looking for someone to join us as @astonuniversity.bsky.social new archivist!

jobs.aston.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx...
Job Vacancy at Aston University: University Archivist
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a University Archivist to join the Aston University Archives team and play a key role in preserving, developing, and promoting the University’s institutional memory and legacy.You will be responsible for...
jobs.aston.ac.uk
January 22, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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giustini.bsky.social
Our scoping review on MEDLINE indexing manuscript was submitted yesterday but I was able to generate a handy infographic via #Copilot @Copilot based on abstract. 🗂️

Note sections on searching: implications for librarians and #algorithmic effects in #MEDLINE #medlibs
January 8, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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trincolllibcam.bsky.social
Job Opportunity! We're looking for a Graduate Trainee Librarian

#libraryjob

www.trin.cam.ac.uk/vacancies/gr...
Graduate Trainee Librarian
(One-year fixed term contract, full-time) Trinity College Library wishes to appoint an enthusiastic Graduate Trainee for one year from September 2026. The post offers an ideal opportunity to gain a…
www.trin.cam.ac.uk
January 7, 2026 at 11:32 AM
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trincolllibcam.bsky.social
Job Opportunity! We're looking for a Graduate Trainee Archivist.

#archives

www.trin.cam.ac.uk/vacancies/gr...
Graduate Trainee Archivist
One-year fixed term contract, full-time Trinity College Library wishes to appoint an enthusiastic Graduate Trainee Archivist for one year from September 2026. The post offers an ideal opportunity to g...
www.trin.cam.ac.uk
January 7, 2026 at 11:34 AM
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heroicendeavour.bsky.social
Interested in AI, ethics and open access? I’ll be speaking at this @uksg.bsky.social webinar on 5 February - it’s free to register, so please come along!

www.uksg.org/events/free-...
FREE UKSG webinar: The Open Access – AI Conundrum: Does Free to Read Mean Free to Train? - UKSG
This is a fantastic opportunity to listen to expert speakers with no travelling required. This is a free webinar - Please note that advance registration is required. This webinar will be recorded and ...
www.uksg.org
January 6, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
everylibrary.bsky.social
Research has repeatedly shown that reading is a key to longevity.
Is the Library Your Key to Longevity?
It turns out that frequent use of your library card can be a key to longevity! Let’s look at some ways that public libraries are helping patrons lead longer, more enjoyable lives.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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cilip.bsky.social
The #CILIP Copyright Conference returns 4 June 2026 and the programming team is inviting session submissions for the agenda. Talks should be around the theme of copyright and/or licence management. To find out more and apply, click here: 👉 https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/CopyrightConf26 #CILIPCopy26
Call for speakers for the 2026 online copyright conference with a pink alarm clock and submission deadline of January 30.
January 6, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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noethematt.bsky.social
Hey look, it's my nightmare:

AI generated medical books!
January 4, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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scotsarchives.bsky.social
There are still a few days left to apply for the Project Manager: Community Stories – Community Archives role!

Find out more and apply via our website: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
New Vacancy: Project Manager: Community Stories – Community Archives - Scottish Council on Archives
4 December 2025
www.scottisharchives.org.uk
January 5, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
suelacey-bryant.bsky.social
The value that libraries deliver is multidimensional. Through 2026 I have been highlighting studies from different sectors that that show the value librarians and knowledge specialists deliver.
@cilip.bsky.social Information professional, Winter 2025 p14
tinyurl.com/3cabn965
December 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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libraryvines.bsky.social
#medlibs - an interesting proposal, and seeming more necessary as the complexity of AI tool details and uses in #evidencesynthesis work increases:

Transparent Reporting of AI in Systematic Literature Reviews: Development of the PRISMA-trAIce Checklist. doi.org/10.2196/80247
Transparent Reporting of AI in Systematic Literature Reviews: Development of the PRISMA-trAIce Checklist
Background: Systematic Literature Reviews (SLR) build the foundation for evidence synthesis, but they are exceptionally demanding in terms of time and resources. While recent advances in Artificial In...
doi.org
December 15, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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nhswaleslibservice.bsky.social
Access point of care tools through your Health Board Library Service! @nhswaleselibrary.bsky.social provides a national subscription to BMJ BestPractice, and some health boards also individually subscribe to UpToDate or DynaMed - contact us to learn more! www.nhswls.org
December 16, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
nlisn.bsky.social
Chapter 19: Incorporating Neurodivergent Workplace Adjustments to Reduce Burnout in the Library Setting from
📘Disrupting the American In Creating Healthy #Library Workplaces ➡️ tinyurl.com/5dxuzftw

#Librarian
#LibraryWorker
#Research
#Neurodivergent
#Neurodiversity
#Employment
#HiddenDisability
Creating Healthy Library Workplaces
This practical guide, written from different perspectives and applying to all library types, explains how to create healthy library workplaces.While library work is often imbued with a strong sense of...
tinyurl.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
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giveabookorg.bsky.social
Philip Pullman, Richard Osman, @joannechocolat.bsky.social & @katemossewriter.bsky.social are some of the authors calling for library membership to be linked to birth registration.

This is a subject very close to our hearts. Read more in @theobserveruk.bsky.social by @vanessathorpe.bsky.social
Library card plan to help write newborns’ first chapter | The Observer
observer.co.uk
December 15, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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museumsassociation.org
Become a member of our Wales stakeholder committee 📍

We're looking for 3 members to join our Wales stakeholder committee, working with and reporting to our Nations Committee and board to support and deliver our priorities, campaigns, policies and advocacy.

Find out more and apply by 27 January 👇
Opportunity | Become a member of our Wales stakeholder committee - Museums Association
We're looking for three members to join our committee to support our work in Wales
www.museumsassociation.org
December 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
samuelmoore.org
Great role advertised at Oxford: Research Metrics and Open Infrastructure Lead

my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecru...
Job Details
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December 15, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
chla-absc.bsky.social
The newest edition of the Journal of the Canadian Health Libraries Association is now available!
#medlibs #canmedlibs
journals.library.ualberta.ca/jchla/index....
Journal of the Canadian Health Libraries Association / Journal de l'Association des bibliothèques de la santé du Canada
A forum for the provision of increased communication among health libraries and health sciences librarians.
journals.library.ualberta.ca
December 12, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
cilip.bsky.social
The #CILIP Data Protection Conference returns next June & the programming team is calling for speakers. Talks should be around the theme of data protection, particularly within the contexts of libraries, education and healthcare. To apply click here 👉 https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/DataConf26
Graphic of CILIP's Data Protection Conference with the text 'Online Data Protection conference 2026', 'Call for Speakers' with the CILIP and Naomi Korn Associate logo.
December 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
heroicendeavour.bsky.social
Call for speakers! 📚

On 18.03.26 @nlisn.bsky.social is running a full-day online event on neurodivergency and entry into the LIS profession. We welcome proposals from current students, recent graduates, early-career, long-term staff, recruiters, anyone!

More info & form - forms.gle/MjT2djGSXp1o...
Neurodivergency and Entry into the Profession - Call for Speakers
The Neurodivergent Library and Information Staff Network (NLISN) invites proposals for presentations at our full-day online event exploring the experiences, challenges, and possibilities around entry ...
forms.gle
December 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Reposted by Katrina Hall
rcnlibraries.bsky.social
Step inside the history of nursing at the RCN’s historic headquarters. We'll explore its architecture, famous residents (including a former Prime Minister) – and even a ghost story 👻

🗓️ Wed 7 January 2026
🕒 3-4pm
🎟️ £9 public / Free for RCN members
👉 https://bit.ly/4nafkYD
December 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM