Guidelines on public library provision in England for portfolio holders in local Councils
Libraries are important. A good library service provides a positive experience for local people, and demonstrates the value a local authority places on its community. CILIP has produced the guidelines in the public interest to advise portfolio holders in local councils what makes a good library service.
The Guidelines were published in October and revised in December 2010.
A good library service will deliver against key policy objectives and provide:
- A positive future for children and young people
- A fulfilling life for older people
- Strong, safe and sustainable communities
- Promotion of local identity and community pride
- Learning, skills and workforce development
- Health improvements and wellbeing
- Equality, community cohesion and social justice
- Economic regeneration
Annie Mauger writes to England MPs December 2010
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