More than £3m has been invested to help modernise the National Library of Wales in Aberystwyth, protecting historic collections, improving visitor spaces, boosting digital access and helping the Library reach net zero by 2030.

The largest share of the investment - nearly £1.5m - has improved the bookstacks where collections of national significance are stored, securing safe, long-term preservation for millions of historic items telling the story of Wales.

Over £500,000 has transformed the Library's public spaces.

Visitors will benefit from a more welcoming entrance, new exhibition spaces and a refreshed children's play area making the library more inclusive and family friendly.

A further £421,000 has helped modernise digital infrastructure, strengthen cyber security and launch a new Data Foundry, bringing Welsh heritage online so more people can explore it from anywhere.

The remaining £670,000 supports the library's journey to net zero by 2030, improving energy efficiency and maximising the output of newly installed solar panels.

Minister for Culture, Jack Sargeant said: "The National Library of Wales holds the memory of our nation, millions of stories, documents and artefacts that belong to every one of us.

“This investment ensures those treasures are protected for generations to come, while opening the Library's doors wider to families, communities and digital users across Wales and beyond."

On a recent visit, the Minister saw how the wide range investment has transformed the historic Library.

Chief Executive at the National Library of Wales, Dr Rhodri Llwyd Morgan said: “We were pleased that the Minister could see the significant progress with decarbonisation and how the Library is working with local companies for the benefit of the community as a whole.

“We also showcased the work to develop new exhibition spaces as well as improvements to the visitor and user experience.”