We are the leading professional body for librarians, information specialists and knowledge managers. Our purpose is to unite, support and empower information professionals across all sectors. cilip.org.ukhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlvinmmcfk2cListen in to the second part of The Info Pro Podcast's chat with Bodley's Chief Librarian Richard Ovenden, we talk to him about libraries (obviously), inspiration and the future. Join us for a fascinating chat with one of the biggest names in libraries. 🎧Listen here: www.cilip.org.uk/infopro 15 May 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlvinmmcfk2chttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlv36kd3so2nWe’re proud to support the National Year of Reading — putting libraries at the heart of a national celebration with #LibrariesChangeLives through literacy and reading. 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All library staff across England are applicable. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=YUjnBmwgPECZrlyCcRjEGc6fdqTcTIJErauJCFWfegtUMjUxM0lLRkJIWFpUMDlXODVUMFJYQk9DNC4u 14 May 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlshebvvmq2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlsdz4gabo2lIs your inbox a bit 🥱? Wake it up with the #CILIP newsletter. All the latest news, top-tier job leads, and expert insights delivered straight to you every other Wednesday. Next issue: Wednesday 20 May—don't miss out on the best newsletter in the sector: https://ow.ly/bBN850YY6pf14 May 2026 08:00 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlsdz4gabo2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlqayxmvpb2eIn the second part of The Info Pro Podcast's interview with Bodley's Chief Librarian Richard Ovenden, we talk to him about libraries (obviously), inspiration and the future. Join us for a fascinating chat with one of the biggest names in libraries. 🎧Listen here: www.cilip.org.uk/infopro 13 May 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqayxmvpb2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlpwv6hmdn2c#LibrariesChangeLives Week is for EVERY library in EVERY sector. Public, school, academic, health, workplace - all change lives every day. Join #CILIP to celebrate the breadth of what libraries contribute to society: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/libraries-change-lives 13 May 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlpwv6hmdn2chttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlnqjm2t5h2t🔍📖 From risk management to AI, rights, licensing, copyright literacy & cutting‑edge case studies — this conference covers every corner of the copyright landscape. 👉 Join us: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/CopyrightConf2612 May 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnqjm2t5h2thttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlnjsavqub2w🎤 Experts from the ICO, Scottish Funding Council, Naomi Korn Associates, The Alan Turing Institute & more are sharing real‑world insights at #CILIPData26. Join the sector’s leading voices! 👉 Register: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/DataConf2612 May 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnjsavqub2whttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlldmxs6ie26We’re proud to support the National Year of Reading — putting libraries at the heart of a national celebration with #LibrariesChangeLives through literacy and reading. Download our editable resources to publicise your events. https://ow.ly/8cgs50YVzsv11 May 2026 13:05 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlldmxs6ie26https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlkynxr5nj27🗓️ What's on at #CILIP this week? Don't miss events this week from CILIP special interest groups: SLG, YLG, HLG & RPG 🔸Sign up for our excellent CPD events. 🔸Don't forget - #CILIP events are FREE or discounted for members 🔸See our full listings: https://www.cilip.org.uk/events/event_list.asp11 May 2026 09:48 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlkynxr5nj27https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mldrz2ldea2x📙#LibrariesChangeLives Week is our call to action for every library team across the UK. Download #CILIP's free posters and social media assets to promote your events, customise them for your setting and start spreading the word. Find your toolkit here: https://ow.ly/8cgs50YVzsv 08 May 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mldrz2ldea2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mldony5u3f25The number of institutions that have rejected ‘read and publish’ deals with the 5 biggest academic publishers hasn't been made public, but we know the identity of some of those who've chosen not to sign up. Read the #InformationProfessional article here: https://ow.ly/Jo5N50YVzMy08 May 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mldony5u3f25https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mldhw7dtow25The #GreenLibraries webinar is filling up! Register now to join us and get practical tips on all your event planning, promotion, & how to engage your audience. Download your resources in the meantime, & start planning what your green events! https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/GreenLibrariesWeek08 May 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mldhw7dtow25https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlb67n7ceq27📣 Calling UK libraries & institutions! IFLA World Library & Information Congress comes to London in 2027. Want to get involved? Host a satellite meeting — a mini‑conference held just before/after WLIC, promoted to a global audience. 👉 Find out more: https://ow.ly/ufpm50YVyyB07 May 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlb67n7ceq27https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mlaxhtxqhs2tThe Information Literacy Handbook is OUT NOW! The ultimate, subject-defining handbook on information literacy. Don't forget: CILIP members get 35% discount. Order your copy here: https://www.facetpublishing.co.uk/page/detail/the-information-literacy-handbook/?k=978178330634307 May 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlaxhtxqhs2thttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3ml6r4phwph2n📙#LibrariesChangeLives Week is our call to action for every library team across the UK. Download #CILIP's free posters and social media assets to promote your events, customise them for your setting and start spreading the word. Find your toolkit here: https://ow.ly/Jaje50YVrGW 06 May 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6r4phwph2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3ml6nrhcpfk25Our #GreenLibrary Hubs had a variety of #EarthDay activities planned. Take look at what they got up to! From a bug hotel to a climate cafe & story time, there was so much to keep library users engaged! https://www.cilip.org.uk/news/726457/Earth-Day-celebrations-with-the-Green-Library-Hubs.htm06 May 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6nrhcpfk25https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3ml6h5n6hc32i🔐 From GDPR updates to AI governance, consent, motivated intruders, information rights & data stewardship — this year’s Data Protection Conference covers it all! Stay ahead of the latest regulatory and practical challenges. 👉 Register: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/DataConf2606 May 2026 10:03 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6h5n6hc32ihttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3ml4aofcnwk2p🎤🌍 Our speakers bring expertise from leading institutions across the UK and beyond — sharing real-world insight, strategy & innovation. Don’t miss these sector‑shaping voices at #CILIP Copyright Conference! 👉 Register: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/CopyrightConf2605 May 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml4aofcnwk2phttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3ml45ciksoh2iOur New Skills training aims to create a new generation of leaders in public libraries in England, helping you to influence strategic decisions, and align your library services with local, regional, national and global priorities. Register today! https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/futurelibraryleader05 May 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml45ciksoh2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3ml3scxansa2i🗓️ What's on at #CILIP this week? Don't miss CILIP Midlands' News Skills session or CILIP Cymru Wales virtual conference. 🔷Sign up for one of our excellent CPD events. 🔷Don't forget - #CILIP events are FREE or discounted for our members 🔷See our full listings: https://ow.ly/IeJu50YUT1K05 May 2026 08:45 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml3scxansa2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mks3hfxy4i26📣 UK libraries & institutions! IFLA World Library & Information Congress is coming to London in 2027 — the world’s biggest library event! Get involved. Host a Satellite Meeting: a focused mini‑conference just before/after #WLIC27. Find out more & apply: https://ow.ly/X5v350YT5Hp 01 May 2026 12:02 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mks3hfxy4i26https://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mkruoquwc32yWhat's in it for you? The New Skills training will equip the public library workforce with two key skillsets - Digital Skills and Futures Literacy. Register, complete it under 4 hours or space it out - whatever is easier for you! For more FAQs visit https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/futurelibraryleader01 May 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkruoquwc32yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mkpkxpqotv2l📘 Is consent always meaningful? Often… it isn’t. Sara Lloyd‑Williams challenges default reliance on consent & explores better lawful bases that protect real choice. 👉 Register: https://www.cilip.org.uk/page/DataConf2630 Apr 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpkxpqotv2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mkpfhxmukq2yTour the floor at today's CILIP #SupplierShowcase, meet the exhibitors to talk through your needs, and watch their demos. Don’t forget to visit the #CILIP stand. We’re here to answer your questions about membership, partnership and Professional Registration. Have a great day in this wonderful venue.30 Apr 2026 10:23 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpfhxmukq2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cilip.bsky.social/post/3mkp74iaft62wCould you spare time to volunteer as a #ProfessionalRegistration assessor, examiner or support officer? These roles are a great opportunity to share your time, skills, and expertise to make a meaningful impact within our industry. To learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/6wjt50Yy3gr 30 Apr 2026 08:29 +0000at://did:plc:7pti5fmcxmzofa2vfr7baslp/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkp74iaft62w