Written question asked by Nigel Evans (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 May 1996. It was answered by Iain Sproat (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 May 1996 on behalf of the Department of National Heritage.

Dept of National Heritage

Question: Statement on the future use of broad band communications networks by libraries, museums and galleries. - Including figure.

Answer: Mr. Nigel Evans: To ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage if she will make a statement on the future use of broad-band communications networks by libraries, museums and galleries. [29162] Mr. Sproat: The Government are determined to ensure that the latest information technology will be available to public libraries, museums and galleries to give greater access, by the general public, to information and our cultural heritage. With this in mind I held a series of meetings earlier this year with representatives of the cable industry. I am glad therefore to be able to welcome the Cable Communications Association's decision to contribute £50,000 to fund a feasibility study into the use of broad-band networks to ensure that libraries, galleries and museums are used to their full potential. The study will be managed by the Library and Information Commission, and will draw on expertise from the libraries, museums and education sectors.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 29162; 277 c214W;277 c213-4W
Session: 1995-96
Subjects: Computer networks ICT Museums and galleries Public libraries Telecommunications Cable Communications Association Library and Information Commission