Public Library Improvement Fund 2024 Open
The 2024/25 Public Library Improvement Fund (PLIF), which is administered by the Scottish Library and Information Council on behalf of the Scottish Government, is now open.
SLIC Appoints New Chief Executive
Alison Nolan has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC). Ms Nolan is a senior leader with 25 years of experience.
SLIC Awards 2024 Now Open
Applications for the SLIC Awards 2024 are now open. Established in 2021 The SLIC Awards recognise the outstanding contribution Scottish...
Lend & Mend Hub Helps Decorate Town
A Scottish public library Lend & Mend Hub has helped to revamp Girvan town centre using recycled and reusable bunting.
School Library Improvement Fund Now Open
The School Library Improvement Fund 2024 is now open to applications.
Scotland’s Public Libraries Awarded £100,000
Five innovative public library projects will be brought to life through a share of the 2023/24 Public Library Improvement Fund (PLIF).
SLIC CEO Announces Retirement
SLIC CEO Pamela Tulloch has announced plans to retire from the organisation at the end of summer 2024.
School Library Improvement Funding Announced
Around 20,000 pupils are expected to benefit from anti-racism and equality projects based in school libraries across Scotland. A total of 21 schools will be awarded a share of £200,000 from the School Library Improvement Fund (SLIF).
Sustainability & Scotland’s Public Libraries
Scotland’s public libraries are embracing their role in sustainable living.
SLIC Secures Climate Engagement Funding
A sustainable Scottish libraries project has been selected to receive a share of the Scottish Government’s £550,000 Climate Engagement Fund, as part of its Net Zero ambitions.
Mobile Libraries Day Competition Winners
Congratulations to Edinburgh Libraries who won the SLIC competition for the most creative image celebrating Mobile Libraries Day 2023. The...
Mobile Libraries Day 2023
Mobile Libraries Day 2023 takes place on Wednesday, November 2023. The annual event celebrates the vital services mobile libraries provide and the important part they play within Scotland’s communities.
New SLIC Chair
Alan Clarke has been appointment the new Chair of the Scottish Library and Information Council.
