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September 11, 2008
CILIP should be positive
CILIP (public libraries section) should say
- We know how to run good public libraries
- They are places in which people can study, read for pleasure and seek information, for their own private purpose and enjoyment.
- When they do that well they are a bonus to a local community- so they are worthwhile
- We can can train, share and accredit all the skills that are needed to operate public libraries to the highest standard.
- We are able to plan, to budget, to monitor public response and to assure councillors that they are providing best possible library service and value; and we have independent inspection available to do that.
And by demonstrating these abilities we have earned and shall earn the respect of Councillors and Government Ministers- and they, in their turn, will allow us to provide the people of the country with public libraries in a way that the public can see the virtues of our work.
Posted by Perkins at September 11, 2008 10:42 AM