Libraries

Association for Information Management (ASLIB)
The Association for Information Management was establishes in 1924. Its members are private and public sector companies and organisations throughout the world.

British Association for Information and Library Education and Research (Bailer)
For anyone interested in the Information and Library profession in the United Kingdom and Ireland (please note: the Bailer website is currently under development).

British Library
The National Library of the United Kingdom.

Chartered Institute for Library and Information Professionals
A new professional body formed in 2002 following the unification of the Institute of Information Scientists (IIS) and The Library Association (LA).

Framework for the Future
Published on 10 February 2003, Framework for the Future is the first ever national public library strategy, setting out a long-term strategic vision for the public library service in England.

Inspire
The Inspire programme seeks to provide a seamless cross-sectoral pathway for learners across public, academic and national libraries.

International Federation of Library Associations and Insitutions
IFLA is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users.

Library Plans
Website for the Department of Culture, Media and Sport's Public Library Position Statements.

People's Network
Electronic reference library combining resources of the UK's public libraries.

Reading Agency
The Reading Agency helps libraries develop and maintain new ways of working, sharing good practice, continue to raise standards and to publicise the excellent work they do.

Society of Chief Librarians
The Society of Chief Librarians is a professional association made up of the Chief Librarians of each library authority in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

UK Libraries Plus
UK Libraries Plus is a co-operative venture between higher education libraries, making it easier for students and staff to use libraries conveniently near to home or work.