Decision details
Removal of Library fines
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Community Services
Decision status: Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
Proposal to remove library fines to make the library service more accessible to the more vulnerable of our community.
Decision:
The Cabinet Member agrees that fines for overdue books are now formally removed and fines for overdue DVDs and talking books (and whilst still available, Cds) are replaced with repeat charges.
Reasons for the decision:
The removal of fines will remove barriers for the more vulnerable in our community, encourage usage of the service, enhance our reputation as a progressive and inclusive library service and allow for new ways of working.
Alternative options considered:
None.
Publication date: 19/09/2019
Date of decision: 19/09/2019
Effective from: 27/09/2019
Accompanying Documents:
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