An update on libraries in Sutton Coldfield
Following the cabinet decision on 11 February to transform the library services, Sutton Coldfield’s town centre library will close on 27 June.
The closure is due to the significant investment required to address the condition of the building and associated Health and Safety concerns.
The closure of the Town centre library located in the Red Rose shopping centre also allows Birmingham City Council with partners to progress the redevelopment of the Red Rose shopping centre as a priority for the transformation of the Sutton Coldfield Town Centre.
Cllr Saima Suleman, Cabinet Member for Digital, Culture, Heritage & Tourism said:
“We remain committed to providing a library service across Sutton Coldfield and will continue to work with partners for the continuation of Boldmere and Walmley libraries, in addition to services at Mere Green Library.
“The mobile library service will also continue to serve the area providing access for those impacted by the closure. Residents in Sutton Coldfield can continue to access the 24-hour online service, citywide book reservation service, self-service, Library Services at Home, and digital library offering. We remain open to exploring future partnership opportunities as they arise across the city.”
Further information on the closure, alternate arrangements and in finding your nearest library can be found at: https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/directory_record/5153/sutton_coldfield_library
