That the UK should have the best research library support in the world
To work with our members and with our partners, nationally and internationally, to shape and to realise the vision of the modern research library
We collaborate to achieve more, faster, than we could individually
We listen to our members and represent their views
We maximise our influence and provide value for money for our members
We work with the research community to promote excellence in support of current research and anticipate future needs
We share good practice and build the capacity of our staff to promote change
We value the richness of our collections and work to ensure that researchers can exploit them to the full
We are proud of our past and confident of our future
We will provide leadership in all areas where our contribution can gain most value for the community