The austerity measure introduced by the Government has reduced the amount of money Brent receives. One of the many ways to save money has been to close some libraries. People can blame the Council but I think the Government should take most, if not all, of the blame.
The Libraries that were destined for closure were chosen on a combination of low visitor numbers and condition of buildings. Despite all the campaigning regarding library closures visitor numbers have actually declined even more in the six libraries planned to close.
Only a very small proportion of Brent residents actually use a library and the Library Transformation project is attempting to halt the decline.
Kingsbury Library already opens on a Sunday. As promised from Sunday Oct 23rd (today), Brent Town Hall, Harlesden and Kilburn Libraries will open from 12 noon until 5.00 pm
So, with resident's living close to one of our other libraries and libraries open every week, Monday to Sunday, there are no excuses not to make the most of over six million books, free access to the internet, DVD rentals, study space, reading groups and more!
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