§ Mr. Fisherasked the Under-Secretary of State answering in respect of the Arts how many meetings the Minister for the Arts has had with representatives of the Library Association since June 1983; what subjects were discussed; and when he next intends to meet them.
§ Mr. WaldegraveMy noble Friend the Minister for the Arts met representatives of the Library Association on 1 November and discussed a number of issues including the development of information services, library expenditure, and the meeting of the International Federation of Library Associations to be held in England in 1987. My noble Friend intends to continue the practice of holding regular meetings with the Association to discuss matters of common concern.