Facing the Challenge - Library Services

Added on Thu 31st Mar 2011 by Admin (Web designer)

The biggest transformation in the history of Warwickshire’s Library Service is now underway and everyone is being urged to have their say. A 12-week consultation has begun, and to ensure every person living in the county has the opportunity to air their views on the proposals, the details will not only be here on the web, but there will also be roadshows and community events. The consultation began on March 18 and will run until June 9.

“We want to hear your views on the public consultation” said Cllr Colin Hayfield, Portfolio-holder for Customers, Workforce and Partnerships. “We are making all the relevant information about our libraries readily available and a series of public meetings and informal drop-in sessions will take place throughout Warwickshire. Library staff will also be on hand to give further information about the background to the proposals. Customers will be able to ask questions and will have the opportunity to complete a short questionnaire.

“These are difficult times and tough choices have to be made. We want those who live, work or study in Warwickshire to be part of the decision-making process. Feedback received will be reported to Cabinet in July to help councillors find the best way forward. Our aim is to find alternative ways to provide the library services in some of our smaller communities.”

For more information see here: http://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/libraryconsultation