Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964
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Citation | 1964 c 75 |
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The Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964 (c 75) is an act of the United Kingdom Parliament. It created a statutory duty for local authorities "to provide a comprehensive and efficient library service for all persons".[1] It also allowed local authorities to "provide and maintain museums and art galleries".
Background[]
The Act was based on research including the Bourdillon Report (1962) which set out the resources which would be required to provide a comprehensive service.[2]
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Barrow Central Library is part of Cumbria County Council's library service to comply with the provisions of the Act.
References[]
Categories:
- United Kingdom Acts of Parliament 1964
- Acts of the Parliament of the United Kingdom concerning museums
- Library history
- Libraries in the United Kingdom