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Sue Williamson

@librarychampion.bsky.social
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Passionate reader and library lover. Worked in and for public libraries for 25 years. Retired not retiring. Trustee for The Reading Agency ,CILIP and the Ancient House Museum, Clare.

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
NEW: ALA salutes Dr Carla Hayden for her exceptional service to the nation as the Librarian of Congress. We are deeply disappointed in Dr Hayden's abrupt & unjust dismissal last night, an insult to the scope & breadth of her work. Read ALA Pres. Cindy Hohl's statement: www.ala.org/news/2025/05...
The American Library Association praises servic of Dr. Carla Hayden, decries 'unjust dismissal' of Librarian of Congress. [Image of Dr. Carla Hayden standing in the stacks in a library]
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Calista @callabrarian.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
What a wonderful tribute to libraries. I love Dr. Hayden so much and I’m so deeply sad that she has been fired.
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Seattle Public Library @spl.org · 18/04/2025
If you're concerned about how federal funding cuts will affect Washington state’s libraries, listen to this KUOW story, Which includes a message from The Seattle Public Library Foundation's Brian Lawrence: “Support your local libraries as they are coming under attack." www.kuow.org/stories/wash...
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Washington's libraries face 'deep and dramatic' funding cuts as Trump abruptly terminates federal grants
The Trump administration is notifying library systems across the country that grant funding is being terminated, despite pending litigation. The Washington State Library and Seattle Public Library are...
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
At The Royal Albert Hall to see The Messiah. Bucket list tick! Great seats too!
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Jo Cornish @jocornish.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Access to knowledge is essential for society, democracy & prosperity. Preservation of knowledge allows us to learn, iterate,challenge. It drives innovation and growth in all senses of the word. Privileged to be part of the House of Lords roundtable on unlocking eBook access. #CILIP #KR21 #Inflect
Big Ben lit up by warm winter sunHouse of Lords emblazoned cup on a saucer, set on a table, with a name plate saying Jo Cornish Ornate but narrow window looking out on to the ThamesLong table with a white table cloth, set for tea. With a copy of the Fixing the eBook market work on the table.
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Did you know that #CILIP membership gives you access to a free legal helpline and confidential access to our Benevolent Fund set up to help CILIP members and their families through financial difficulties? Both ready to help in times of need. more info👇 cilip.org.uk/page/MemberB...
You're not on your own. CILIP Benevolent Fund. Im age of woman looking at a bill wth a worried face
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Every so often a book comes along that just blows me away&reminds why I fell in love with books all those years ago. There are no words to describe #AllTheColoursoftheDark by @WhittyAuthor,just read it.It’s the saddest&yet most uplifting book, so much love of every kind in its pages. 👏👏👏
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Sue Lacey Bryant @suelacey-bryant.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
@cilip.bsky.social is concerned that the removal, hiding & modification of data, research & other information resources by authorities in the USA is starting to impede the vital work of UK library & information professionals, researchers & educators. www.cilip.org.uk/news/693964/...
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Statement: Removal of access to and modification of data by authorities in the USA
CILIP invites members and the wider information profession community to share examples of how content, reports, datasets, evidence, and tools are being removed by US authorities
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Please let us know if you're seeing any impact in the UK from removing/limiting access to USA science & health data and research, or altering it #FactsMatter Worrying reports already from some of our members www.cilip.org.uk/news/news.asp?id=6…
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Just🔟days to go! Apply for a committee or section position at IFLA. Membership of one of @iflaglobal.bsky.social's many diverse groups is a unique opportunity to develop your professional skills, make new contacts and connections, and represent the UK library sector. www.cilip.org.uk/news/693285/...
a group of librarians sitting round a small table having a discussion. Copy reads: 10 days to nominate. CILIP and IFLA logos
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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 14/02/2025
Fall (back) in love with reading this #ValentinesDay by visiting your local #Library. Whether you are interested in the crime genre, sci fi, literary fiction, romance or non-fiction the possibilities for adventure are endless!
A woman smiles as she looks at the spines of library books.
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
#KatherineRundell calls closing libraries “an act of cruelty and of grand stupidity” in today’s lecture on #BBCRadio4 in The Looking Glass series. In the UK we spend only £12 per capita on libraries whole Europe spends £25 and Finland £50. We need this to change
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
In her last lecture in the series #TheLionTheWitchandTheWardrobe, #KatherineRundell makes a passionate plea for libraries, both school and public, and their role in driving reading for pleasure. 1 million children in the UK do not own a book. We need our libraries
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Luke Burton @biblioluke.bsky.social · 13/02/2025
📣📣"CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England."
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Invitation to tender: Future ready libraries
CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England.
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
📢CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England. Find out more👇 cilip.org.uk/news/692550/...
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Invitation to tender: Future ready libraries
CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England.
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
43% of us are 15 mins walk from a public library, 78% are 30 mins away blog.librarydata.uk/walk-to-your-lo… Love this analysis from Libraries Hacked, illustrates the need for more local branches #LibrariesChangeLives
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Walk to your local library
Thoughts about walking to and from your local library and accessibility
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
SAVE THE DATES 2025: Libraries Week: Libraries Change Lives will take place in June and  Green Libraries Week in October. Through a new campaign approach & schedule, CILIP will lead two separate annual campaigns with partners. Read more: cilip.org.uk/news/693446/...
group photo of libraries change lives parliamentary event
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Oh enjoy One of my favourite places! ❤️📚
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
New analysis shows borrowing eBooks encourages reading & boosts eBook sales. Much food for thought here for publishers #WinWin www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/report-... Bravo @librariesconnected.bsky.social @biblioluke.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social #eBooks #publishers #libraries
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Luke Burton @biblioluke.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Amazing project and programme designed and lead by the wonderful team at @thespacearts.bsky.social with some fantastic library services demonstrating the ability of libraries to co-create rich dynamic cultural experiences in and for communities tailored to them. Really exciting stuff! #ACEsupported
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The power of nine: Creating a community of digital practice in library services - Arts Professional
What happens to a library’s capacity for creative expression and innovation when knowledge is shared among nine services? asks The Space’s Fiona Morris, as she explores the opportunities within these ...
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Sue Lacey Bryant @suelacey-bryant.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Public Libraries are amazing. Pop into yours! Nonjudgmental, warm. There's books & activities for Children's Mental Health Week, LGBTQ Week & #Romance In The Library. After all Dear Reader I did marry a librarian! Feel the love @cilip.bsky.social @librariesconnected.bsky.social #Community #Libraries
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Liz White @lizcwhite.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
Looking for something to do this weekend? Whether it’s a Lego Club in @hulllibraries.bsky.social, board games in Bath or a digital arts workshop in St Helens, libraries have you covered: libraryon.org/events #LibraryOn #lovelibraries 📚
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Discover Library Events | LibraryOn
Explore engaging events at your local library and beyond. From workshops to author talks, find something for everyone.
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UCC Library @ucclibrary.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
💘📚 Take a chance on a book 📚💘 Check out one of the mystery reads from our Blind Date with a Book display—starting Monday on Ground Floor, Boole Library. Who knows? You might just find your perfect match ❤️✨ #BlindDateWithABook #LibraryLove #ucclibrary
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Luke Oakes @lukeoakes.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Next up on The Rest is History...
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Luke Burton @biblioluke.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Links to this research on @artscouncilengland.bsky.social and @librariesconnected.bsky.social websites exploring how elicencing conditions between publishers and libraries could be enhanced for mutual benefit. Also a survey on consumer behaviour in relation to borrowing eBooks and purchasing habits.
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Ebook lending in public libraries research
Have a look at the Ebook lending report
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Have you ever thought about playing a bigger, more international role in your profession? Why not join one of @IFLA's special interest groups or committees? There are 42 groups to join in the upcoming IFLA elections. Read more & self-nominate by 4pm | 24 Feb. www.cilip.org.uk/news/news.as...
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Very sad today to say a final goodbye to my wonderful former colleague #ace_national #ace_southeast #ChrisFardon in a very moving funeral ceremony. RIP to a lovely man.
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Hal Steiner @halsteiner.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
#BlueCrew - Quote of the Day
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Somerville College, Oxford @somervillecollege.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
The latest Desert Island Discs featured our alumna Nemone Lethbridge (1951, Jurisprudence), one of the first female barristers. Nemone has led a fascinating life and continues to do pro bono work at 92 years old. This is worth a listen! www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
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BBC Radio 4 - Desert Island Discs, Nemone Lethbridge, lawyer and writer
Nemone Lethbridge, barrister, shares the soundtrack of her life with Lauren Laverne.
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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 06/02/2025
Our new #ACEFunded report into elicensing finds #Publishers could open up new reader development opportunities by making ebooks cheaper and more accessible to public #Libraries. Read more: www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/report-...
A person wearing shorts reads a book on an ereading device.
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Luke Burton @biblioluke.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Great day yesterday at Swiss Cottage Library to hear the final outcomes and get feedback on this really fascinating project. Great work by everyone involved and some really interesting insights. Check out the report! #ACEsupported @librariesconnected.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social
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Report: cheaper ebooks for libraries could "revolutionise the promotion of reading" | Libraries Connected
Publishers could open up important new promotional and reader development opportunities by making ebooks cheaper and more accessible to public libraries, according to a new report funded by Arts Counc...
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Important new data for publishers to consider
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Luke Burton @biblioluke.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
'This Spring Cambridgeshire libraries will be once again filled with the sounds of delighted audiences of all ages enjoying the performances and workshops of The Library Presents.'
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The Library Presents reveals its most adventurous line-up so far
This Spring Cambridgeshire libraries will be once again filled with the sounds of delighted audiences of all ages enjoying the performances and workshops of The Library Presents.
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
"Libraries are the NHS for the soul" - part of a great speech from @chriskanemp.bsky.social about how libraries help people access creative industries content & careers, and the threat of AI firms' current practices buff.ly/4aHVAXo #AI #IP #Libraries #CreativeIndustries
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Natalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Gambling - an industry out of control doing enormous damage to individuals and communities www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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UK betting giants under fire for ads targeting at-risk gamblers
Judge condemns firm for use of customer’s data after problem gambler was sent 1,300 emails over two years
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
CILIP is offering members from the UK the opportunity to put themselves forward for 800+ roles at IFLA. Learn about Jenny's experience on some of IFLA's committees, and why there's a role for everyone in the upcoming elections: www.cilip.org.uk/news/692082/...
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“Join discussions on practical and esoteric issues in your field” – Apply for a position at IFLA
Jenny Wright is a cataloguer who creates metadata and develops policies and training materials at BDS, and has been involved with IFLA since 2016.
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
One of life’s truths is that whenever you are waiting for a bus 2 or 3 go past on the opposite side of the road 😳
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Gorgeous morning in London today as I head to @cilip.bsky.social for a strategic planning day as a new Trustee. Looking forward to a stimulating and exciting discussion
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Liz White @lizcwhite.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
Interesting discussion as part of @britishlibrary.bsky.social #AIDebates about the role of libraries (of all kinds) as trusted, collaborative and knowledge-infused spaces.
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CILIP @cilip.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
Join library, information and knowledge management leaders for two days of inspiring talks, workshops and networking at the #CILIPConference! 📍 Hilton Birmingham Metropole 🗓️ 2–3 July Register now: cilipconference.org.uk
Graphic that reads CILIP Conference 2025 2-3 July Birmingham Hilton Birmingham Metropole Registration is now open! The UK's leading event for the library, information and knowledge community.
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Steven Gellman 🌈 📚🎼 🐾 @hiddenpoetmusic.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
#booksky #books
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
As we push to build houses & new towns, new @bennettinstitute.bsky.social research shows best practice includes public libraries in plans as social & cultural infrastructure bit.ly/4h3DVvv #Libraries #CILIP #LibrariesChangeLives @cilip.bsky.social
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Townscapes: Social infrastructure and the development of new towns – learning from history - Bennett Institute for Public Policy
This report by Rosa Marks examines lessons from Britain’s post-war New Towns programme to inform effective delivery and long-term management of social infrastructure in new developments. It outlines…
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Natalie Bennett @nataliegreenpeer.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Looking for new answers by looking at the experiences and practices of the past - not at all a bad idea! www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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The Business of History Is Booming
Books and podcasts about the past are surging in popularity, making them increasingly profitable.
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Govt report by Building Digital UK shows public libraries' vital role in #DigitalInclusion, providing venues, infrastructure, internet access, training, & activities - often with partners buff.ly/4gWmX1Z #GetOnlineWeek #Libraries #Library #LibrariesChangeLives @cilip.bsky.social
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What happens next? Mapping the route from digital infrastructure to digital inclusion
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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 02/01/2025
Terrific to hear about the success of Suffolk Libraries' and BBC Suffolk's #BeKindToAKid appeal. Almost 4,000 toys were donated! A wonderful example of the benefits that public #Libraries provide to their local communities. www.suffolklibraries.co.uk/news/be-kind...
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Be Kind to a Kid this Christmas! Suffolk Libraries and BBC Radio Suffolk relaunch festive toy appeal - News - Suffolk Libraries
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
OMG Wordle in 1 today 😂😂😂 Clearly random serendipity, but still feeling in the smug zone!
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
My Christmas present this year from all my family. Those who know me will know what a thing this was!! ❤️📚❤️
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Sue Williamson @librarychampion.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
Reading has been such a huge part of my life and in 2016, I started to record what I had been reading. Today I recorded my 200th book this year and my average is 252 over the last 9 years❤️📚❤️Libraries
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Louis Coiffait-Gunn @louiscoiffait-gunn.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Libraries have a positive impact on individual and community wellbeing - new research on The New York Public Library by University of Pennsylvania discovered via Policy Commons
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Libraries and Well-Being: A Case Study from The New York Public Library | Policy Commons
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