New Library:
The People's Network

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N.B. The LIC (1995-2000) was established as a national source of expertise, advising Government on all issues relating to the library and information sector.

"New Library: The People's Network": The Government Response was released on 16th April 1998. Press releases from the LA, LIC and DCMS have also been released.

'New Library: The People's Network' was commissioned from the Library and Information Commission by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. It was researched and produced by a specially convened working group chaired by Matthew Evans.

'New Library: The People's Network' was launched on 15th October 1997 and formally presented by Matthew Evans to the Secretary of State, the Rt. Hon. Chris Smith MP.

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