Libraries

DCAL’s vision for the public library service is: ‘A flexible and responsive library service which provides a dynamic focal point in the community and assists people to fulfil their potential’.

What we do

DCAL funds the public library service, which, from 1 April 2009, is administered by the Northern Ireland Library Authority, known as Libraries NI.

In recent years libraries have introduced new services such as free internet access in all libraries across Northern Ireland. There has also been significant investment in new library buildings to improve and modernise the public library service.

DCAL also supports the Linen Hall Library and the Library and Information Services Council (NI).

Websites of interest

www.ni-libraries.n e t