Gloucestershire Libraries Consultation – Deadline 11th March 2012
The new draft library strategy was published last week and details a library service that includes a virtual library and an outreach programme for specific groups.
It also involves a network of libraries including:
· Main libraries - nine libraries open six days a week
· Local libraries - 12 libraries open five days a week - with options for flexibility to suit local needs
· Partnership Libraries - 10 libraries run by the county in partnership with communities. Offering between12 and 21 hours of county library service. Building on the principle of sharing buildings with other groups to create a one stop shop for public services with the library remaining in county control.
· Community Offer Libraries -seven libraries available to the community under an enhanced Big Community Offer
The consultation begins on 30th January 2012. For more information and for details on how to have your say once the consultation starts, visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/libraries2012
