As a result, the Museums, Libraries and Archives Partnership wants viewson how library services should develop. The consultation will contributeto creating a "core offer" detailing what children, young people, theirfamilies and communities are entitled to.
The six key proposals look at why we need libraries, their role,funding, and creating better partnerships with the public, private andvoluntary sectors.
The consultation will feed into an action plan due to be drawn up inJune and a campaign to promote public libraries as part of a bid totransform services.
www.mla.gov.uk
Closing date 31 May- For a roundup of consultations taking place acrossEngland, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the UK, visitwww.children now.co.uk/consultations.
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
