asked the Minister for the Environment if he will urgently consider the question of the extension of CPO powers to local authorities in respect of lands for public libraries.
Written Answers. - Land Acquisition for Public Libraries.
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I am aware that local authorities may be precluded from acquiring land compulsorily for library purposes by section 10 of the Public Libraries Act, 1855. I intend to include a measure providing for the repeal of this restraint in the next suitable Bill.