Library Consultation Questionnaire - Library services in Blackhall |
Library Consultation Questionnaire - Library services in Blackhall
Although there is no immediate formal threat to the future of Library services in Blackhall we are acutely aware that the Government cuts have led to a reduction in opening hours to the Library in Hesleden Road and we need to be mindful of the potential of any further cuts in the future.
With this in mind, East Durham Trust, a well established local charity is tentatively exploring the possibility of transferring the service from Council ownership into the hands of the community.
It should be noted from the outset that East Durham Trust would not be looking to replace employed staff with volunteers, although we would see volunteering as an important factor in restoring or continuing services.
As part of the ‘exploration’ we are seeking to gauge the current levels of local support for the services and attempt to get a feel for how services and might look in the future.
With this in mind we would be grateful if you could answer the following questions
With this in mind, East Durham Trust, a well established local charity is tentatively exploring the possibility of transferring the service from Council ownership into the hands of the community.
It should be noted from the outset that East Durham Trust would not be looking to replace employed staff with volunteers, although we would see volunteering as an important factor in restoring or continuing services.
As part of the ‘exploration’ we are seeking to gauge the current levels of local support for the services and attempt to get a feel for how services and might look in the future.
With this in mind we would be grateful if you could answer the following questions