In this document the MLA sets out a shared universal understanding of the role of the modern public library and of the core services that the public can expect over the next 4 years. The core offer will be a universal entitlement for children, young people, families and communities to:
? an accessible local library ? in village, town, suburb, city centre ? as a place of resource and expertise at the centre of community life
? a library service working in partnership to engage with communities and enable people to access resources and expertise, information and knowledge
? a global, interactive information, resources and communications service, 24/7, for learning knowledge and inspiration.