Kent's libraries are at threat of closure and we must save them (info in Kent Online).

Libraries are crucial parts of our communities. They offer a place where everyone can go to access information and learn more about the world. They host reading groups, music groups, craft groups, IT services, language classes... they are warm spaces, safe spaces, quiet spaces and social spaces. They are often the only remaining reason to leave the house for those who have already had their bus services and children's centres closed and for whom the cost of living crisis has stopped any hope of joining paid-for groups. 

Conservative Councillor Peter Oakford (Deputy Leader of KCC) has said, "Kent has far too many libraries" and "we will bring a proposal forward sometime this year to see where libraries can be sold off". See Item 9 here

KCC cannot be allowed to sell off these beautiful and important public assets. We must send a clear message to councillors that we will not accept this terrible proposal.

 

PROTESTS

A protest will be held outside County Hall, Maidstone on Mon 19th Feb 2024. Please see here for more information.

 

LOCAL PETITIONS

A number of additional petitions are being run at a local level. Please also add your signatures to these. More to be added soon:

• Maidstone
• Sevenoaks
• Wye
• Ashford

 

OTHER ACTIONS

You can also help prevent the closure of our libraries by ensuring you have joined your local library. If you aren't already a member, please go and sign up today!

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Promoted by T. Valentine on behalf of H. Temple (Swale Green Party), PO Box 78066, London, SE169GQ