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flag Save Our Libraries Essex says council’s partial funding reversal still falls short of restoring library budgets and opposes new fees.

flag Save Our Libraries Essex (SOLE) criticizes Essex County Council’s reversal on proposed £100,000 library funding cuts, calling the promised £120,000 for youth programs insufficient and misleading, as it does not offset the overall book budget reduction and may represent fund shifting. flag The group opposes a new adult reservation fee, warning it could deter usage during the cost of living crisis and trigger declining use leading to further cuts. flag While acknowledging public protests and engagement influenced the change, SOLE insists the reversal falls short and continues demanding full restoration of the book fund and removal of fees, advocating for free, accessible libraries for all.

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