CILIP: the library and information association

We represent and champion all information professionals: Join us

CILIP is the UK’s library and information association. We work to improve services, develop our members’ expertise and champion the sector.

We are the only independent voice for the UK’s information profession.
We are guided by our Royal Charter to develop and improve library and information services,
and by being a charity to act in the public good.
Be proud of your profession.

Find out about membership
and professional registration

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Manage your membership
and access our resources

EXISTING MEMBERS KNOWLEDGE HUB

Find out how we work
with organisations

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Latest stories from our sector

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CILIP joins sector stakeholders to present strategic briefing to Minister Chris Bryant

The Paper proposes a series of actionable steps that the minister can undertake to align libraries with the Government’s strategic priorities.
16 January 2024

Sue Lacey Bryant: What Brings People Into the Profession

Sue Lacey Bryant takes on the role of CILIP President from January, and here she introduces herself and looks at her inspiration and motivation in a career that has spanned sectors
7 January 2025

Think international: call for nominations for IFLA elections 2025

Play a greater role in your professional field or area of expertise on the international stage and join one of IFLAs Special Interest Groups, Sections or other positions.
8 January 2025

Featured events, training and conferences

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CILIP Conference 2025

Michael Rosen keynotes our cross-sector programme which, this year, explores key themes around ethics and influencing. Join us for two days of inspiring talks, workshops and networking.

Birmingham | 2-3 July 2025

Our popular online conference returns in May, exploring the latest updates in copyright and licensing. Featuring a keynote on AI-Generated Output and Intellectual Property Law from Professor Ryan Abbott.

Online | 22 May 2025

Supplier Showcase (Spring)

Looking to procure new systems or try out new products and services in 2025? Join our Showcase to meet a number of leading sector suppliers all under one roof in a relaxed, non-sales environment.

London | 30 April 2025

Latest jobs

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Subject Librarian

University of Bath
£37,999 to £45,163

Library Assistant

Global Banking School
£28,000 to £30,000

Graduate Trainee Librarian

Trinity College Librarian
£26,275

Latest books

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From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation