Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Tourism and External Affairs, Fiona Hyslop, has announced that library services in West Lothian will benefit from this year’s Public Library Improvement Fund.
The Gift O’ the Gab project, created by West Lothian Libraries, has secured £5844 to facilitate conversation through providing support and resources to people who are experiencing communication barriers, particularly those recovering from the effects of a stroke.
Administered by the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) on behalf of the Scottish Government, PLIF is distributed annually to support innovation within the public library sector.
Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop said: “The funding of over £200,000 announced today will help libraries across Scotland build on the excellent service they already provide and become welcoming spaces to reduce social isolation and help people make positive connections.”
Pamela Tulloch, SLIC said: “This year’s winning PLIF bids reflect the diversity of activities taking place in modern libraries. We have a variety of innovative projects. Alongside reading and literacy initiatives, there are projects designed to help people improve their health and wellbeing, learn new digital skills and take part of more cultural and creative activities. The additional funding provided to library projects will ensure that services continue to serve the community and help meet the aims of our public library strategy for Scotland.”
