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The leading professional body for librarians, information specialists and knowledge managers. Visit us here: https://nitter.cf/t.co/0TwzUX8O5z

 Bloomsbury, London
cilip.org.uk/
Joined July 2009
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🎃Halloween is almost upon us - so here's a little story from CILIP's Information Professional on whether AI "believes" in ghosts, ghouls and vampires. Enjoy the weekend and try not to get too scared!🎃 cilip.org.uk/news-publicatio…
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📚 The wait is nearly over... We're just three days away from revealing the nominated titles for the 2027 Carnegies. Who do you think will make the list? 👀 @CILIPinfo #Carnegies2027 #ChildrensBooks #BookAwards #BestChildrensBooks #YAbooks #ReadingForPleasure
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CILIP UKeiG is partnering to curate #CILIPRewired and is sponsoring THREE bursary places. Applications are welcome from CILIP members at any career stage, including students and colleagues who are unwaged. Full details here: librariesrewired.org.uk/?p=2… Deadline 6pm, Fri 6 Nov
CILIP Rewired online conference UKeiG bursary offer closing Friday 6 November 2026.

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Information Professionals know that every search owes something to Victorian schoolteacher George Boole. His AND, OR and NOT logic powers databases, circuits and algorithms and helps turn 10,000 results into the 20 that matter. Watch this #BBC Ideas short: bbc.co.uk/videos/c3pwg7pr79d…
Understanding Boolean logic

Understanding Boolean logic

Sometimes it’s the simplest ideas that are most game-changing. And arguably that’s the case with Boolean logic. Here's an easy guide, made in partnership with the Royal Society.

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Dr Renee Tonkin recently joined @bbcsml to speak about #GreenLibraries Week and shared her thoughts with us: "Sustainability is at the heart of libraries because they're all about sharing and reusing resources. But they also have so much potential... bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0… 1/3
Sunday Morning Live - Series 17: 18/10/2026

Sunday Morning Live - Series 17: 18/10/2026

Sean Fletcher and Holly Hamilton ask if it's possible to end homelessness and whether there is too much screen time in schools.

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"...as local community hubs for environmental learning & action and that's why libraries are such an important part of Science Owl's delivery model. 2/3
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#GreenLibraries Week is an opportunity to celebrate libraries as places that inspire the next generation to imagine and create a more sustainable world, and we've loved taking part." 3/3
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Delighted to host Amy from National Lottery @TNLUK at the @britishlibrary/ @CamdenCouncil Green Library Hub to hear about #GreenLibraries Week & see how the 2026 theme has raised awareness of libraries as hubs for trusted climate information + community action at The Last Word.
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Sarah Peavey, author of The Networked Librarian, is giving a 'License to Lend' webinar on copyright for school librarians for the @NEUnion on 30th November. Attendance is free, and attendees can win a copy of Sarah's book! Sign up here: ow.ly/wYX65101E0M
Licence to lend: What school librarians really need to know about Copyright | National Education...

Licence to lend: What school librarians really need to know about Copyright | National Education...

30/11/26 - An introductory session to build your confidence and professional autonomy.

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Richard Neville, a Camden Libraries Storyteller, has written a wonderful poem for the unrollthescroll.org.uk/ project & was commissioned by @CamdenCouncil Libraries Will Always Be Green - watch it now & share your thoughts! vimeo.com/1239580308

Unroll the Scroll

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🌱It's the LAST day of #GreenLibraries Week! Thanks to each and every library that participated! We're so pleased you joined us, and we hope the week helped your local communities with their future efforts for the environment. You've been a GREENspiration!
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⏰ 2 weeks left! Want to showcase your community's expertise as part of #CILIP150? Submit a proposal for #MembersFest2027 before 6 November and help shape one of our flagship anniversary events. 👇 cilip.org.uk/community-event…
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Out today, a blog post from author Andrew Shenton discussing how schools can teach information skills to pupils through the fiction books they read. An interesting look into an alternative education policy to improve information literacy. Read now: ow.ly/XRfi5101fYS
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🗂️ How does taxonomy and information architecture evolve in an AI-driven world? Join leading taxonomy consultant Helen Lippell @octodude for this fascinating session. 🎟️ Register: librariesrewired.org.uk/
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What a wonderful video from @LibrariesUnLtd and @DevonLibraries on how libraries are making a difference with green action! Watch their tips on what you can do in your library to start your green journey! #GreenLibraries facebook.com/reel/1418566510…
Celebrating Green Libraries Week! 🌎 Watch our new film to discover...

Celebrating Green Libraries Week! 🌎 Watch our new film to discover...

Celebrating Green Libraries Week! 🌎 Watch our new film to discover how libraries are making a difference for people, communities and the planet 💚 From repair cafés and clothes swaps to cycling...

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🌱 Only 3 days left of #GreenLibraries Week! If your library is running an activity, sharing resources or helping your community make greener choices, share your photos & stories & help showcase the incredible impact libraries are making across the UK 💚 cilip.org.uk/advocacy/resear…
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🟢What’s on this week? 🌱#GreenLibraries Week runs until Weds 28 Oct, there's a great schedule of online and in-person events 🤖AND we're looking ahead to our digital conference, #CILIPRewired on 19.11.26 See what's coming up and book: cilip.org.uk/community-event…
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This weekend flick through CILIP's Annual Buyers' Guide 2026 featuring new content & dozens of Supplier Partner contacts. From access & archival services to web design & WiFi, there are lots of trusted partners ready to meet your needs. Read it here: content.yudu.com/web/43mce/0…
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Don't forget - #GreenLibraries Week is running over the weekend and all the way to Weds 28 Oct! Check out what your local library has planned this Saturday & Sunday to make the most of it. We're only halfway through so there's loads more green fun to come! google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid…
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Great to join Camden Libraries’ five-year strategy launch: “Libraries Do!”, on the 1st day of #GreenLibraries Week. We heard about their impact as a Green Library Hub working with communities, local partners and volunteers to create a greener future. 🌱 @CamdenCouncil
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