Agenda item
Library Strategy
Report from the Strategic Director of Regeneration and Environment.
Recommendations:
That Cabinet:
- Note the review of performance against the 2021–2026 Library Strategy, including key achievements and challenges identified during the Strategy period.
- Approve the undertaking of a period of consultation with the public, partners, stakeholders and interested parties on the development of a new Library Strategy for the period 2027–2032 and a future service delivery model for the Libraries and Neighbourhood Hubs Service.
- Agree that a further report be brought to Cabinet following the consultation to present a draft Library Strategy 2027–2032, which will identify potential service improvements and efficiencies.
- Authorise the Assistant Director of Culture, Sport and Tourism to notify the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) of the intention to consult on the Library Strategy and any potential changes to service provision.
Supporting documents:
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Library Strategy Cabinet Report, item 12.
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Appendix 1 - Rotherham Library Service Strategy 2021 -2026, item 12.
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Appendix 2 - Service Offer, item 12.
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Appendix 3 - Library Strategy Performance Against Objectives and Targets, item 12.
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Appendix 4 - Part A Initial Equality Screening Assessment, item 12.
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Appendix 5 – Part B – Equality Analysis Form, item 12.
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Appendix 6 - Climate Impact Assessment, item 12.
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