Local Authority Library and Leisure Services

The Local Government and Housing Committee undertook an inquiry into local authority library and leisure services.

This inquiry focused on the current state of local authority service provision in relation to leisure and library services, and examined the challenges facing councils in maintaining these services. The inquiry also explored the various delivery models in use and the benefits associated with them.

The terms of reference considered:

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>>>    The current state of local authority leisure and library service provision;

>>>    The financial and operational challenges facing local authorities to maintain these vital community services;

>>>    Local authority arrangements and exit strategies where alternative delivery models utilised are unsuccessful;

>>>    How the provision of other services provided by local authorities interact with leisure and library services;

>>>    How local authorities use alternative models of service delivery in Wales, and the perceived benefits associated with them;

>>>    Good practice to ensure sustainability of local leisure and library services for future generations.

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