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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

There was a lot to Dolly - and her love of books was an important part. My son also shares his name with one her great songs 😍

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

A summer read or to switch off from all the politics!

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 15/07/2026

Another thoughtful and productive discussion today at the latest meeting of the Libraries Alliance, hosted by Lambeth Palace Library - a library that has welcomed the public since 1610. Watch this space for more Libraries Alliance news soon! librariesalliance.org.uk

Lambeth Palace's historic red-brick facade with mullioned leaded windows, decorative diamond brickwork, a large arched black wooden gate, smaller arched doorway and a sign reading "LAMBETH PALACE."

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 13/07/2026

We warmly welcome today's DCMS announcement of £12.5m for the Music in Libraries programme. We look forward to seeing the impact it will have on the next generation of musicians, producers and creative talent!

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 11/05/2026

Congratulations to those who have been elected as new councillors! We have put together a video and page that gives you the essentials about the public library – a statutory service that plays a vital role in your community. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/public-libra...

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

So we knew this.. but there is some evidence to show it now!

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 02/04/2026

A recent visit to @sxsw.com confirmed to librarian Dave Lloyd that the tech world needs the human touch and the empathy that public libraries provide. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/how-lib...

The inside of Austin Public Library in Texas.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 04/03/2026

Today we are in York to celebrate Know Your Neighbourhood. We say thank you to those who have worked so hard to show how arts and culture can bring people together and build pride in place. @dcmsgovuk.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @creativelivescl.bsky.social @aimuseums.bsky.social

An image of a library building in York taken to mark the Know Your Neighbourhood conference.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 10/02/2026

'Achieving the Best Start in Life', a new report from @local.gov.uk, illustrates how public #Libraries make significant contributions as part of a multi‑agency support network for families with young children. www.local.gov.uk/publications...

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Achieving the best start in life: Research to support a plan for partners

The LGA commissioned research with councils, stakeholders, and parents and carers across 60 English local authorities. It identified effective approaches to meeting the national GLD target, alongside ...

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 10/11/2025

Last month we asked public #Librarians to show us what their library service looks like today, as part of our celebrations of the 175th anniversary of the Public Libraries Act. The photos will be put in a time capsule to be opened in another 175 years. Here is a small sample of what we received...

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 16/10/2025

We've launched a new page and video to help councillors understand how libraries contribute to local outcomes and why they matter more than ever. Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=FupQ... Explore the page: www.librariesconnected.org.uk/public-libra...

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Libraries Connected Councillors Animation With Subtitles

YouTube video by Libraries Connected

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 09/10/2025

📚 175 years after their creation, public libraries are still vital Our CEO @ih1968.bsky.social reflects in The MJ on the enduring power of libraries, 175 years after the first Public Libraries Act was passed. 🔗 www.themj.co.uk/175-creation...

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175 years after their creation, public libraries are still vital

When Charles Dickens gave a rousing speech at the opening of Manchester Free Library in September 1852, he expressed his ‘earnest hope that the books thus made available...

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 25/09/2025

BBC 500 Words, the UK’s biggest children’s story-writing competition is back and open for submissions. Entries close at 9pm on Friday 7 November 2025. For more details and to read the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Notices go to bbc.co.uk/500words.

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500 Words

BBC's 500 Words, the UK's largest children's writing competition for children aged 5-11, opens for entries Tuesday 23 September - Friday 7 November at 9pm.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 22/09/2025

In this week's blog Sarah Davis, Reader Development Librarian for Greenwich Libraries (part of GLL) tells us about the importance of reader development work in public #Libraries. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/champio... #Reading

The inside of Greenwich Library. Credit: Better Libraries.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 18/09/2025

Our CEO @ih1968.bsky.social will take part in the Lviv International Library Forum this week, joining #Library organisations from across Europe in a show of solidarity. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/isobel-...

A Ukrainian mobile library; in front of it is a table with books on it. Credit: Library Country Charitable Foundation.

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 29/07/2025

We are pleased to welcome @emmahoddinott.bsky.social as our new Director of Policy, External Affairs and Research (PEAR). Starting in September, Emma will lead political engagement for us, helping the public #Library sector strengthen its policy voice. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/librari...

A female librarian shows a book to a man.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Apparently it's international cat day - so he's my boy waiting for his breakfast!

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Oh my goodness. What a match, imagine the party!

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The Women's Game @womensgamemib.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

There is only one Lucy Bronze, and you can find her at the party 👑 📸 X/weuro2025

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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 04/07/2025

Today we visited the UK’s only community-owned fish and chips with Co-operative Mayor Richard Parker.  This business proves community ownership isn’t just for cafes or retailers - it can power any business on the high street. 🐟

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

Listening to the inspiring @mayorofwy.bsky.social about how our co-op movement can offer hope, when it's desperately needed. 🐝

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

A first for me - our Co-operative Leaders Forum in Leeds this morning - great to hear how our values are informing local government.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

"The ninth anniversary of Jo Cox’s murder today offers a moment for us to reflect, and to remember Jo’s life and the change she made. It’s also an opportunity for us to recommit to working towards the kinder, fairer and more tolerant world that she believed in." - @jocoxfoundation.bsky.social

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

And they have clarified - much higher for just Yorkshire! bsky.app/profile/youg...

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

I thought that - but I think there is a difference between the four regions of Yorkshire and the Humber area. There will be a difference in asking if you identify as Yorkshire or Yorkshire & Humber.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

At least 10 hours left to go and make a difference...

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Congratulations to our newest Labour & Co-operative Councillor Adele Cook, who won the by-election in Ipswich last night.

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PoliticsHome @politicshome.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Co-operative housing is housing done differently. Yet while it is commonplace abroad, and rightly so, it makes up a vanishingly small part of the UK sector. Defining it in law will help change that, writes Labour MP @andrewpakes.bsky.social

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My bill will help co-operative housing play a bigger role in solving the affordability crisis

Co-operative housing is housing done differently. Yet while it is commonplace abroad, and rightly so, it makes up a vanishingly small part of the U...

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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 30/03/2025

We wish a happy and healthy Eid al-Fitr to all Muslims celebrating in the UK and around the world.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Great to speak to Sheffield Co-op Party this evening about all things community, co-operation and politics.

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Chris Read @christophe-read.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

Great launch event for Ros Jones’s re-election campaign this morning. She’s been a brilliant leader for Doncaster - we need to keep her as part of Team South Yorkshire.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

Great to be at the Doncaster Mayoral Launch - and a great bunch of @coopparty.party.coop MPs here alongside our Co-op council candidates.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

A fantastic end to #coopretail conference today, with @coopparty.party.coop General Secretary @fortunejf.bsky.social - delivering for our movement over last 12 months.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

At #coopretail conference this weekend, representing the political voice of the co-operative movement. Includes an important update on our work in government by our General Secretary @fortunejf.bsky.social.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

A busy day with @coopparty.party.coop at Yorkshire & Humber Regional Labour Party Conference. Great to hear Diana Johnson MP speak about the commitment to tackling retail crime by the government.

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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 28/02/2025

We are wishing a peaceful and blessed Ramadan to all those celebrating. May this holy month bring happiness and blessings to you and your loved ones.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

At the launch of @coopparty.party.coop's Community Britain. A look at how people are already addressing the issues we face in communities all over the country.

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Jim McMahon MP @jimmcmahon.co.uk · 25/02/2025

Hate divides communities. Co-operation builds them. @coopparty.party.coop new campaign Community Britain is about giving power back to local people and rebuilding our country from the ground up. party.coop/community/

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Community Britain

It's time to put community back at the heart of politics.

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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 25/02/2025

Today, we're launching our vision to put communities at the heart of politics. Community Britain is about making the extraordinary stories in every community, ordinary. Read more from @fortunejf.bsky.social www.politicshome.com/thehouse/artic…

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Jim Pickard @pickardje.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

❗❗❗ former leader of Reform UK in Wales has appeared in court accused of accepting bribes in exchange for making statements in the European Parliament that would benefit Russia, a court has heard www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Ex-Reform UK Wales leader accused of taking Russian bribes

The ex-MEP and former UKIP Wales leader made favourable statements about Russia for money, a court hears.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Yesterday we received a random act of kindness package on the street from some little people - thank you x

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Co-operative Party @coopparty.party.coop · 12/02/2025

Co-operatives have always had the ambition and drive to change our country. Now, with a Westminster government backing our vision to double the size of the co-ops and mutuals sector, we're ready to take the opportunity.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

A great start to the Co-op Councils Conference, with Cllr Anthony Okereke sharing his values as a Co-op Councillor and announcing a new £1million community energy fund.

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Emma Hoddinott @emmahoddinott.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

An excellent final panel of co-operators at #LabLocal25. The architect of devolution and Co-op Party Chair @jimmcmahon.co.uk, alongside @florenceeshalomi.bsky.social and Baroness Sharon Taylor.

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