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Alison Nolan

Herald Scotland

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Scotland’s school libraries are unravelling — just as children need them most

Scotland was once seen as a leader in school library provision, but cuts, inconsistent staffing and ageing facilities now threaten to undermine...

19.01.2026 10

Herald Scotland

Alison Nolan

If we invest in libraries, we invest in communities: the cost of cuts is too high Did you know that over the past decade, 53 public libraries across Scotland have closed their doors for good – without replacement?

Did you know that over the past decade, 53 public libraries across Scotland have closed their doors for good – without replacement? The same...

11.02.2025 5

Herald Scotland

Alison Nolan