Cabinet

1.     Considered and noted the results of the Library Strategy consultation;

2.     Approved and has adopted the Library Strategy 2024-29 (as attached to this report);

3.     Agreed the closure of three branch libraries from 1 April 2025 as set out in this report;

4.     Agreed that the three branch libraries are mothballed from 1 April 2025 and delegates to the Strategic Director of Place the authority to use the branch library buildings for any appropriate meanwhile use, provided that any proposals for the disposal or long term use of the branch libraries be brought to a future Cabinet meeting;

5.     Agreed that the mitigating actions in section 5 are progressed;

6.     Agreed that the budget for book stock is continued as set out in this report.

Report: Libraries Consultation

Presented by: Councillor Gillian Ford, Cabinet Member for Adults & Wellbeing

With the agreement of the Chair, item 12, Libraries Consultation was brought forward in order that residents present could observe the discussion

Summary:

Councillor Gillian Ford “Library closures were on the previous Administrations Agenda for budget savings  ...  view the full minutes text for item 50