Is there really any point in being innovative when core library services are still inadequate?
There are a few areas of core library servi ces that need to be improved, however ^\777 (pounds) million is spent each year on providi ng an excellent overall library service. Over the last 30, years public libraries have greatly increased the numbers of books, audio-visual material and information technology available to the public. The funding of electronic information into every library in the country is simply a continuation of this development.
