Decision details
L-04-20: Reopening libraries public consultation (all divisions)
PDF 188 KBDecision Maker: Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Military-Civilian Integration, Health and Wellbeing, Economic Development, Arts, Heritage, and Tourism
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To agree a phased reopening of libraries safely during the COVID 19 pandemic and where this is not currently possible outline plans to progress reopening.
Decision:
I approve a phased approach to reopening libraries as set out in the attached report.
This decision was published on 3 August 2020 and will come into effect on 11 August 2020
Reasons for the decision:
To ensure Wiltshire libraries are re-opened safely and within our financial constraints during the COVID19 pandemic. Meeting our statutory duty to ensure any changes to library openings reflect the needs of the communities they serve.
Alternative options considered:
See paper.
Other reasons / organisations consulted
With the public and all key stakeholders
Contact: Jessica Gibbons, Director of Communities and Neighbourhood Services.
Publication date: 29/06/2020
Date of decision: 03/08/2020
Effective from: 11/08/2020