Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 68334

Public Libraries: Electronic Publishing

Tabled: 15 July 2025
Answered: 21 July 2025
Named Day

Question

Alison Hume

Labour — Scarborough and Whitby

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, if she will take steps to help support libraries to purchase e-books.

Answer

Chris Bryant
The Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964 requires all local authorities to provide a comprehensive and efficient library service. Public libraries are funded by local authorities and each local authority is responsible for assessing the needs of their lo...
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