Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: May 19, 2025

Purpose: Further to the Cabinet report of November 2024 which agreed to conduct a public consultation on the future of library services, to receive a report and take any decisions on library services taking account of consultation feedback.

Content: (a)  Confirmed the three priorities set out in the Library Service Strategic Plan ·  Priority 1: Improved literacy and love of reading for all residents ·  Priority 2: Affordable services available to all users ·  Priority 3: Levelling up opportunities for all residents   (b)  Agreed that there will be a library service delivered across all existing buildings in Britwell, the Curve, Cippenham and Langley, until any alternative delivery model is identified in accordance with recommendation d;   (c)  Agreed to explore an alternative delivery model to enhance all current buildings and the services offered to continue the delivery of library services within the local areas,   (d)  Delegated authority to the Executive Director of Children’s Services, in consultation with the Lead Member for Education and Children’s Services and Executive Director Corporate Resources (Section 151 Officer), to make a decision on the future delivery model within Cippenham.   (e)  Delegated authority to the Executive Director of Children’s Services, in consultation with the Lead Member for Education and Children’s Services, to review and update the Library Service Plan taking account of the consultation results.