Redditch Library to close for two weeks as Job Centre Plus moves in - The Redditch Standard

Redditch Library to close for two weeks as Job Centre Plus moves in

Redditch Editorial 8th Feb, 2018   0

REDDITCH Library is to close for two weeks in preparation for the co-location of Jobcentre Plus in the premises.

It will close on Monday, February 26 and reopen on Monday, March 12 at 9am.

As a result of the works the library will see improvements in interior space, new furniture layouts, carpets and decoration.

Councillor Lucy Hodgson, Worcestershire’s Cabinet Member for Communities, said: “We know how important libraries are to people and by sharing library space with other organisations, it means we can reduce overall costs and ensure the future of these vital services.




“We’ve already seen successful co-locations with job centres at Malvern Library and Bromsgrove Parkside, which have both benefited from upgraded library facilities and an increase in library customers.”

The work at Redditch library is in direct response to the National One Public Estate Programme which seeks to deliver efficiencies through better use of public property and enables funds to be used for frontline services.


While the library is closed, customers can access services at nearby libraries in Woodrow and Alvechurch.

Customers can also join the library, renew loans, search the catalogue, make reservations, download e-books and audio books and access online reference sources on the Libraries and Learning website at www.worcestershire.gov.uk/librariesandlearning

It is also possible to speak Libraries and Learning staff by calling the Worcestershire Hub on 01905 822722 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday or the 24-hour automated renewal system on the same number.

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