The Latest Breaking News from Libraries

Only one in five county councils confident of avoiding bankruptcy next year

A damning survey says barely a fifth of England's county councils are confident they'll avoid 'insolvency' without extra government help - and libraries and recycling centres are in danger

Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt are meeting again today as they look at slashing public spending growth by up to £25bn a year from 2025 - while county councils plan to slash bus routes and libraries and turn off street lights at night

They will offer people financial advice over a hot drink

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Members of the Save Nottingham Libraries group say they are "absolutely delighted"

Venues ranging from libraries to coffee shops and community centres will be welcoming people over the next five months, offering comfortable places where people can grab a brew, have a chat and maybe take part in a new activity.

More than 100 galleries, venues, museums and libraries across the region will be awarded Arts Council England funding

It comes after protesters gathered outside of Loxley House in a last-ditch attempt to make their views heard

London is internationally renowned for the breadth and depth of its cultural offering. Its galleries, theatres, museums, libraries and music venues are as integral a part of this city as the River Thames that flows through its heart. The city is a global powerhouse of the creative industries. At Arts…

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