Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964
GPTKB entity
Properties (60)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
legislation
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| gptkbp:amends |
Public Libraries Act 1850
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| gptkbp:appliesTo |
gptkb:England_and_Wales
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| gptkbp:enactedBy |
gptkb:Parliament_of_the_United_Kingdom
Local Government Act 1972 |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964
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| gptkbp:impact |
strengthened community identity
promoted community engagement enhanced library services increased funding for libraries increased awareness of local history encouraged literacy and education supported historical preservation efforts promoted the importance of civic engagement through libraries encouraged collaboration between educational institutions and libraries encouraged the development of makerspaces in libraries increased collaboration with non-profit organizations supported initiatives for mental health awareness in libraries encouraged the use of social media for library outreach encouraged inter-library loans encouraged the preservation of local culture encouraged the use of technology in libraries encouraged volunteerism in libraries and museums enhanced access to STEM resources in libraries enhanced access to foreign language materials enhanced access to government information enhanced children's programming in libraries enhanced community programming in museums enhanced digital access to library resources expanded museum collections facilitated lifelong learning fostered innovation in library services improved access to cultural resources increased access to archival materials promoted arts and culture events in libraries promoted cultural diversity in library collections promoted health and wellness programs in libraries promoted the use of open educational resources provided resources for research and study supported community art projects supported cultural exchange programs supported digital literacy initiatives supported educational programs in libraries supported literacy initiatives for adults supported local history initiatives supported programs for seniors in libraries promoted environmental sustainability in library practices supported outreach programs for underserved communities increased public participation in cultural activities fostered partnerships between libraries and museums enhanced partnerships with local businesses for library funding |
| gptkbp:introduced |
House of Commons
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| gptkbp:market_segment |
12
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| gptkbp:purpose |
to provide for the establishment of museums
to provide for the establishment of public libraries |
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
Cultural heritage
Community services Public access to information |
| gptkbp:supportedBy |
local authorities
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| gptkbp:yearEstablished |
1964-07-01
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