Extending the Role of Libraries: Final Report. This report presents the findings of a study that examined the provision that public libraries offer communities over and above their traditional role as lending and information services. Key findings concern: partnership working; funding; targeting user groups; the role of library staff; national and local support; the study makes recommendations both for librarians and central and local government in response to issues identified. By Anne Lines, Christopher Savory and Angharad Reakes.

By National Foundation for Educational Research, UK.

Education Policy Resource.