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Cambridge University Press - Law @cambup-law.cambridge.org · 2d

New issue of the International Journal of Legal Information now available, with articles on #AI for law libraries, free legal databases, international taxation, and more:

📚 cup.org/4h5fOxE

#IJLI #lawlibrarian

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University of Leeds - School of Law @lawatleeds.bsky.social · 2d

We are delighted to announce the formation of the Technology, Governance and IP Law Group, which provides a central point for the School's outstanding research and teaching in Intellectual Property and Cyber Law, and areas related to information and emerging technologies.
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 2d

We were pleased to have Paul Gooding (Glasgow) speak to #RLUKDSF today on ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ approaches to #AI implementation to help libraries better respond to the challenges of implementing new tech. Chaired by @cgknowles.bsky.social

📺 You can watch the recording of his talk at bit.ly/DSFonD

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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 2d

The new issue of Law Library Journal is packed with great reads—explore articles on legal literacy, scholarship rankings, preparing students for the NextGen UBE Bar Exam, and how law libraries can open doors by shifting from required to preferred credentials. Read the issue: tinyurl.com/3uks56wv

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British Library @britishlibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Don't miss our free, online Open and Engaged Conference 2025, as part of #InternationaOpenAccessWeek.

This year we're exploring the power, ethics, and responsibility embedded in how cultural heritage is created, shared, and preserved.

Register for free: bit.ly/BLEngagedCon...

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IALS @ials.bsky.social · 3d

Feeling confused? Join us for our legal research training sessions to help you get to grips with the library, finding resources, and using databases. See the full schedule and book a place: buff.ly/O25yFnZ

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 8d

The more responses we receive, the better, so please do circulate this message to colleagues in your organisation.
For more information and the survey link please follow the below! biall.org.uk/know-your-wo...

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 8d

Know your worth - Complete the BIALL Salary and Benefits Survey 2025!
The BIALL Salary and Benefits Survey 2025 is open to members and non-members of BIALL working in the legal information or legal knowledge profession throughout the UK and Ireland, at all levels. 1/2

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IFLA @ifla.org · 9d

Ten years ago, governments underlined the importance of #accesstoinformation in achieving the 2030 Agenda

Our new report looks at how #knowledge and #information are featuring in implementation, as reported on in 38 Voluntary National Reviews

Find out more: https://tr.ee/XLPNlC

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LILAC Conference @lilacconf.bsky.social · 10d

We are very pleased to announce that the #LILAC26 Call for Presentations is now open! Find out about the different types of presentation you can submit and how to submit on the #LILAC website: buff.ly/cICI5lk #infolit #digilit

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LILAC is an annual conference covering all aspects of information literacy and is a firm favourite in the calendar of information professionals. The conference is brimming with new ideas, innovative…

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 9d

REMINDER: the deadline for submissions for The BIALL Conference 2026 is Monday, 13th October. #lawlibraries #lawlibrarians #BIALL2026 bit.ly/46qAStG

Annual Conference 2026 – Glasgow | The British and Irish Association of Law Librarians

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Facet Publishing @facetpublishing.bsky.social · 11d

Join @alaeditionsns.bsky.social at their next book club webinar! Media literacy experts on both sides of the Atlantic will present short seminars on advancing media literacy through academic, public, school and special library work, followed by a Q&A. Sign up now👇
ala-events.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 14d

If you wish to be included on the waiting list, please get in touch with Liz Kinsey - [email protected] #lawlibraries #lawlibrarians

BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 14d

Following a great response, the Moys Classification Course on November 20th is now fully booked.

Please note that if you are still interested and have missed out on this occasion, there will be a waiting list.

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Theresa Buller @theresabuller.bsky.social · 14d

First post to promote our new OER - Essential Legal Research Skills in Aotearoa New Zealand.

A collaborative project of 5 NZ academic law librarians aimed to help all those undertaking legal research in this jurisdiction!

doi.org/10.18124/akr...

Essential Legal Research Skills in Aotearoa New Zealand – OER Collective

A guide to legal research and citation of Aotearoa New Zealand law.

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CILIP GIG @cilip-gig.bsky.social · 16d

Thinking of Professional Registration? @cilip-gig.bsky.social and @cilip.bsky.social are hosting an online panel event featuring speakers with first-hand knowledge of Prof Reg including presenters working in GKIM. Read our latest blog for more info: cilipgig.blogspot.com/2025/09/cili...

CILIP / Government Information Group panel webinar: Professional Registration on the go: Maximising your chances in Government Knowledge and Information Management, Wednesday 22 October, 12pm - 1pm

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IFLA @ifla.org · 16d

Stay in the loop with #IFLA — now on #Substack!

Subscribe to get updates, insights, and more, online anytime, anywhere! tr.ee/8arcKC

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British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL) @biicl.bsky.social · 16d

We are exploring the evolving role of tech in the landscape of legal education. in our upcoming workshop with a Keynote from Prof Diana Laurillard @UCL.ac.uk
📅 15 Oct
Find out more and sign up
buff.ly/jSicnUV

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Legal Futures @legalfutures.bsky.social · 17d

Blog by @imanage.bsky.social : The AI hype machine – The ‘A’ stands for ‘Artificial’ zurl.co/7cIFe

The AI hype machine – The ‘A’ stands for ‘Artificial’

While it can be tempting to view AI as an all-powerful solution, in reality, it is a tool; one that can save legal professionals time and enhance the way they work.

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 21d

Please note, participants will need to have their own copy of Moys Classification and Thesaurus for Legal Materials (preferably 5th edition) to use during the webinar. If this is likely to be a problem, please contact Liz Kinsey ([email protected])

BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 21d

A bursary is available for this course. The deadline for the bursary application is Sunday, 12th October 2025. You can access the application form directly through this link bit.ly/3Vrvf9r

Bursaries to attend BIALL courses – Application form | The British and Irish Association of Law Librarians

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 21d

The cost will be £100 (+VAT) for BIALL members, £140 (+VAT) for non-members.

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 21d

The course will be run by Helen Garner, Librarian of the Bodleian Law Library and member of the Moys editorial board, and Felicity Staveley-Taylor, formerly of the Bodleian Law Library and now Acting Librarian at Oriel College Library.

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 21d

BIALL’s Professional Development Committee is very pleased to announce that we will be running a Zoom webinar on Moys Classification on Thursday 20th November 2025, 10am-1.30pm.

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BIALL (British & Irish Association of Law Librarians) @biall.org.uk · 21d

REMINDER:
We are pleased to announce that booking is now open for the 2025 BIALL Moys Classification Course. Places are limited, so please book soon to secure your place. bit.ly/4nf6xF9

Booking Form | The British and Irish Association of Law Librarians

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