Written questions

Public Libraries: Sutton Coldfield

Commons · Question 58161 · Tabled 9 Jun 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 16 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Sir Andrew Mitchell

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of Birmingham City Council’s ability to provide a (a) comprehensive and (b) efficient library service in Sutton Coldfield constituency.

Answer

Answered by Chris Bryant, 16 Jun 2025

Public libraries are funded by local authorities and each local authority is responsible for assessing the needs of their local communities and designing a library service to meet those needs within available resources. The Public Libraries and Museums Ac...