Public_Libraries_and_Museums_Act_1964
Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964
1964 act of the UK Parliament that required councils to provide free public libraries
The Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964 (c. 75) is an act of the United Kingdom Parliament. It created a statutory duty for local authorities in England and Wales[1] "to provide a comprehensive and efficient library service for all persons".[2] It also allowed local authorities to "provide and maintain museums and art galleries".