The Lord Louis Library in Newport is scheduled to undergo essential maintenance from Monday 14th October and is expected to be fully completed by the end of December 2024.
During this time the main library will remain open as much as possible except for Thursday 10th, Friday 11th and Saturday 12th October when it will be closed to the general public to allow staff to move books from the areas where work will be completed.
The library will also be closed for a short time in late December alongside some possible lunch time closures and changes to opening hours during the work.
Children’s Library
For those wanting to use the children’s library, the books will be relocated to a dedicated area within the main library. As space will be limited some activities such as Rhyme Time and adult group sessions will unfortunately not be able to take place.
The public computers will still be available for use, as will printing and photocopying facilities.
Rowland: Residents will still be able to use all the libraries online services
Colin Rowland, director for community services , said,
“Although there may be some temporary inconvenience due to construction work, the end result will be worth it. Residents will still be able to use all the libraries online services while building works take place.
“We’d also like to remind and encourage residents to visit the other libraries across the Island, which are open as normal.”
Jones-Evans: Investment reflects our commitment to the library service
Councillor Julie Jones-Evans, cabinet member for economy, regeneration, culture and leisure added,
“This investment reflects our commitment to the library service and our appreciation of its value to the local community.
“Please make sure you follow both the library services and council’s Facebook pages for the latest updates.”
For more information on the libraries online services please visit free online services. Residents can also visit our other libraries during this time, a list is available by looking on the Isle of Wight Council libraries website.
Stay up to date with what’s happening at your local library by visiting the Libraries Facebook Page and follow IWC on Facebook.
News shared by Isle of Wight council press office, in their own words. Ed
