Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 59278
Public Libraries: Children
Tabled: 11 June 2025
Answered: 17 June 2025
Question
Sarah Gibson
Liberal Democrat — Chippenham
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she is taking to help ensure that every child has access to a library in areas of high disadvantage.
Answer
Chris BryantAll children should have the opportunity to access books and other resources to support their learning and enjoyment.Public libraries are delivered by local government in accordance with the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964. Local authorities must ha...
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