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We secured the funding from the Library Improvement Fund Round 2 which needs to be spent within a certain period. In addition, we always said we would invest in and improve the library if it remained in its current location, following the Towns Fund proposals a couple of years ago.
We spoke to library users who told us how they would like to see the space transformed and how it should be inclusive and provide creative, learning and social space in years to come. The intention is to establish greater links with the wider community, such as schools, colleges, arts groups and care organisations.
It will take approximately 10 months to complete and while we will need to work out logistics, the building won’t be fully closed throughout the scheme and of course alternative provision will be in place.
It is planned that this will become part of the new children’s area.
We are working with the library design companies to create a more modern and flexible space. Plans will be shared at coffee drop-in sessions.
The local studies collection is an important part of our library offer and the collection will remain.
We’ll be speaking to them to explain how the works will progress and the alternative arrangements available to them. When works are finished they will have a much improved environment and facilities.
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