Consultation on the proposal to extend LibraryPlus to Kempston and Putnoe libraries
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The Council carried out a public consultation and review of its Library Service in 2016. This informed the development of a Library Strategy for the period 2017-22 and led to the
introduction of a digital library model known as LibraryPlus at Bedford Central, Wootton and Bromham libraries.
LibraryPlus provides a mixture of staffed hours as well as using technology to allow access to customers during unstaffed, self-service hours. During the self-service hours, LibraryPlus customers can enter the libraries to browse the shelves, borrow and return items, use the computers, study and work, and meet friends and family.
The introduction of LibraryPlus has been a success, allowing an increase in opening hours and providing a more flexible, convenient service for customers.
We are now proposing to extend LibraryPlus to Kempston and Putnoe libraries.
How to have your say
We are seeking people' views on the proposal to extend LibraryPlus to Kempston and Putnoe libraries. We are also inviting organisations who use, or may wish to use, Kempston and Putnoe libraries to contact us, should they wish to become more involved with the Library Service. You can send your ideas, comments or expressions of interest in the following ways:
- Complete an online response form at https://www.bedford.gov.uk/lpconsultation
- Email us: consultingbedford@bedford.gov.uk
- Write to: Consulting Bedford, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford MK42 9AP
We will also be holding online meetings about the proposal so that we can explain it in more detail, answer any questions you may have and collect feedback from you.
Times and dates will be available in the near future on our website; please email us if you would like to register your interest to attend.
Comments should be received by Friday 23 April 2021 and may be published.
What happens next
Responses to the consultation will be considered by the Council's Executive at its meeting in June 2021. If approved, it is anticipated that LibraryPlus would be introduced at Kempston and Putnoe libraries before the end of 2021.
Page last updated: 3rd March 2021