The Latest Breaking News from British Library

Editorial: A cyber-attack on the British Library has shown how vulnerable digital archives are. It has reinforced the value of physical books and librarians

One of the UK's most vital cultural institutions has been paralysed by a ransomware hack, but what does it mean for the Londoners who rely on it — and are more government organisations at risk? Robbie Griffiths reports

National Cyber Security Centre and Metropolitan Police support investigation

Writers’ much-needed ‘annual windfall’ of up to £6,600 delayed as library in London struggles to restore crippled systems

Packed full of satire, stunning imagery and interactive maps and quizzes, Weird Medieval Guys is a deep-dive into some of the most extraordinary – and quirky – aspects of medieval daily life. This little book, which should appeal to older children as well as adults, is split into two parts:…

‘Malorie Blackman: The Power of Stories’ at the British Library shines a light on her journey as an author, while touching on social issues represented in her novels

Show dedicated to the prolific children’s and young adult novelist includes 82 rejection letters alongside her children’s laureate medal

Ransomware group Rhysida claims responsibility for hack and has posted images from library’s HR files

The Rhysida group has demanded 20 Bitcoin (roughly £602,500) for the return of the stolen data

An investigation has been launched with the support of the National Cyber Security Centre and Metropolitan Police

Access to the website and services at its sites in London and Yorkshire are unavailable, the library said