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Liverpool City Council has recently taken decisive action in response to outstanding debts related to the Breck Road library, which is managed by Alt Valley Community Trust (AVCT). Despite the lease of the building being transferred to AVCT in 2016, the organization has failed to fulfill its financial obligations, resulting in an accumulating debt of £82,500 over the past five years. The council has repeatedly reached out to AVCT to establish a feasible repayment plan, but all attempts have been met with refusal.
In order to prevent further financial liabilities from accruing, the council has invoked a break clause in its head lease with the building’s owners, effectively taking possession of the property and barring AVCT from accessing it. As a consequence, the library is now closed and will no longer be operated by AVCT. Deputy Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Resources, and Transformation, Cllr Ruth Bennett, emphasized the importance of all entities settling their debts, highlighting the responsibility residents have in contributing to Council Tax payments.
With the closure of the Breck Road library, the Liverpool City Council plans to redistribute the library stock and furniture to its other 14 library sites. Residents in the vicinity of Breck Road are encouraged to utilize alternative library services, such as Kensington Library, West Derby Library, and Spellow Library, all within a two-mile radius. Additionally, the council offers a free home library service for those who may find it challenging to visit a library in person, as well as e-Reading services for accessing digital content.
Looking ahead, the council aims to engage with local residents to develop plans for establishing a new community facility in the area with the support of the recently announced Pride in Place funding from the Government. A recent public consultation has provided valuable insights to guide future strategies for enhancing library services, focusing on maximizing impact, utilizing buildings more effectively, and reaching out to those who may benefit the most from these resources
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