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Written question asked by Fiona Mactaggart (Labour) on Monday, 24 November 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 December 1997. It was answered by Mark Fisher (Labour) on Monday, 8 December 1997 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Dept for Culture Media and Sport

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, What plans he has to develop information services in public libraries. (Failed OPQ)
Answer

Fiona Mactaggart: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans he has to develop information services in public libraries. [17986] Mr. Fisher: New Technology presents public libraries with the opportunity to enhance their traditional services and provide information to users in new and exciting ways. We are currently considering a report from the Library and Information Commission which recommends the development of IT in public libraries. We will be responding to the report's recommendations early in the New Year.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17986; 302 c465W
Session
1997-98
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
ICT Public libraries Information services Library and Information Commission