Council says no plans to downgrade Ammanford library
However, these concerns have been swept aside by the county council, which implies the library will receive an upgrade rather than a downgrade.
A spokesperson for Carmarthenshire County Council said: 'There are absolutely no plans to downgrade Ammanford library
'In fact, Carmarthenshire Libraries is exploring plans to enhance Ammanford Library by introducing a digitally integrated service model, in response to public consultation earlier this year.
'These changes aim to strengthen the library's role by combining innovative technology, like self-checkout kiosks, intelligent reservation shelves, and Wi-Fi-enabled printing and scanning, with continued staff support.
'Staff will remain essential, using freed-up time to assist customers needing extra help and to engage with the community.
'The library's core services, and book stock will stay the same. These proposals reflect our commitment to a modern, inclusive, and sustainable service that meets community needs.'
Despite claiming staff will remain 'essential' in the library, some locals were under the impression that people would lose their jobs, but the county council has refuted this theory.
A spokesperson for the county council continued: 'We can confirm that no one will lose their job as a result of this change, and we are committed to having continued staff presence to support library users at Ammanford.
"We are proud of the service that we are providing at Ammanford library and the key role that it plays in supporting users, both young and old.
'We are simply looking to develop a high-quality, accessible and efficient library service, taking advantage of modern technology."
Nevertheless, a member of Ammanford Town Council has criticised the county council for making another decision behind 'closed doors.'
Ammanford town councillor Anthony Jones said: 'I was totally unaware of this until this week. CCC is taking decisions behind closed doors as with the town hall and town council eviction, which is causing major problems to council business.'
Meanwhile, on the Protect Ammanford Library page on Facebook, admin John Driver said: 'Did anyone here participate in this public consultation or even hear about it?'
Mr Driver also expressed the importance of the library for hosting story time, book club, school visits, Lego play sessions besides being used by occupational health patients and youth groups.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Scottish Sun
an hour ago
- Scottish Sun
New Astronomer boss breaks silence after taking over from CEO Andy Byron who resigned in kiss cam ‘cheating scandal'
THE new boss of Astronomer, Pete Dejoy, has broken his silence after taking over from CEO Andy Byron who resigned in the kiss cam "cheating" scandal. Byron and his alleged mistress Kristin Cabot were caught off guard when their grinning faces flashed up on a big screen in front of 55,000 people at Boston's Gillette Stadium. 2 Pete DeJoy is new Astronomer CEO 2 The moment Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot appeared on Coldplay's 'kiss cam' Pete DeJoy stepped into the role following the scandal, and said the viral incident has received "a level of media attention that few companies - let alone startups in our small corner of the data and AI world - ever encounter". He wrote on LinkedIn: "The spotlight has been unusual and surreal for our team and, while I would never have wished for it to happen like this, Astronomer is now a household name." DeJoy added that despite the chaos, the company has "never shied away from challenges" - from the Covid-19 pandemic to navigating financial issues. He continued: "And yet, we're still here. "We're here because Astronomer is built by people who live to solve hard problems, stay late to fix what's broken, and care deeply about doing things the right way. "We're here because our customers trust us with their most ambitious data & AI projects. And, most importantly, we're here because the mission is bigger than any one moment." More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
Scottish Sun
6 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Top UK burger joint suddenly shuts its penultimate branch as diners lament ‘it's a monumental shame'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR burger restaurant has dished up its final menu to loyal customers. The surprising closure has left many patrons disappointed, with one person describing it as a "monumental shame". Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Patty Freaks in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham officially closed its doors after the building's lease expired Credit: Facebook/Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield BID Bosses of a the Birmingham-based Patty Freaks closed the Sutton Coldfield location on Sunday, July 20. Located in the basement of a former pub at the Gracechurch Centre, the popular establishment first opened in May, 2024. It quickly proved a hit with locals, serving up a selection of burgers, fried chicken, and loaded skin-on chips to 75 diners at a time. Popular location The brand was founded in 2018 by Pete Hargreaves and Allan Blewitt, with the vision of serving up smash burgers alongside music and retro games. The pair began selling burgers from a catering van in a lay-by before attending local food festivals and street food events. In 2022, they opened their debut restaurant in Lichfield, which still operates. However, the lease on the Sutton Coldfield locations has now run out, spurring the entrepreneurs to hit the road and focus on pop-ups. "Our lease at the old Molloy's property has come to an end, we would like to thank the owners of the Gracechurch Centre for their support and work on promoting small local businesses into their retail spaces," the Patty Freaks said on their Facebook page. "It was a privilege to be able to take on such a historic site and attempt to fill the boots of some of the huge brands that have come before us. Popular Tex Mex chain confirms it will close down all locations after 36 years in another restaurant slaughter "We're moving back to drive more on the pop-up side of the business and going back to the street-food roots." The Patty Freaks team went on to thank their many patrons over the year of operation. "We would sincerely like to thank our customer base for supporting us on this journey it's been a fantastic year and we've absolutely loved this challenge," they said. "We're working with the team to be able to redeploy the staff, who wish to move our Lichfield restaurant, or work on the Street-food. "Hopefully this is not the end for The Patty Freaks in Sutton Coldfield but for the time being we have to bid farewell." Sorely missed Fans of the restaurant shared their sadness at news of the shocking closure. "It was always a joy putting on events in the Sutton Coldfield site," wrote on Facebook user. "All the best with everything, couldn't find a nicer bunch to work with." "You'll be a sad loss to the high street, we really enjoyed our visit last month and our takeaways over the last 12 months, good luck in your new venture," said another customer. "What a monumental shame, the only place other than Leviathan Brewing that served up decent beer in Sutton, with great food, a pool table, and arcade machines to boot," commented a third person. "Thanks guys, we'll miss you." More restaurant closures And a full list of the Côte Brasserie restaurants at risk of closure as the chain seeks new investors. A Michelin star chef recently closed a popular restaurant after just five months. Another popular restaurant closed all its locations after decades in business. Plus, another fan favourite restaurant that closed a popular city centre location. And an award-winning Italian restaurant that is closing due to tax hikes.
Scottish Sun
10 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Popular UK supermarket launches giant 70% off sale on school shoes as parents scramble to ‘stock up' during summer
Plus, tips on how to save on school uniforms THAT'S CLASS Popular UK supermarket launches giant 70% off sale on school shoes as parents scramble to 'stock up' during summer A POPULAR UK shop has slashed the price of school shoes as parents rush to stock up. While your little ones may be enjoying the start of their summer holidays, now could be the perfect time to look ahead to September. Advertisement 1 Sainsbury's shoppers can pick up school shoes for up to 70% off right now Credit: Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group/Facebook By preparing in advance, parents make significant savings on these back-to-school buys. Sainsbury's is now selling a variety of black school shoes for up to 70% off. The impressive offer was shared on the Facebook page Extreme Couponing and Bargains. "Sainsbury's 70% off school shoes," one mum said as she shared a picture of her haul. Advertisement Range of options The bargain hunter nabbed four pairs of children's shoes, including three pairs of black trainers. She also picked up a pair of strapped black pumps with bow detailing, which were originally priced at £18. And these buys even have a fun touch to brighten up your little one's school day. Meanwhile the trainers were listed for £14, £16, and £20, with prices varying depending on size. Advertisement Other enthusiastic parents shared their thoughts on the savings in the comments section. "Will have to go have a look," said one bargain hunter. School banned my daughter, 12, from 'diversity day' for wearing Union Jack dress - the reason was ridiculous Another parent shared their plans to look for a pair of "the flashing ones" for their little one. "I need to go," commented a third person. Advertisement "I'll have a look tomorrow for September," said another prepared Sainsbury's shopper. If you're hoping to nab the deal from Sainsbury's, you'll will have to buy them in store as the deal is not listed on the shop's website. Other back to school bargains Meanwhile, Lidl has re-launched a £5 school uniform bundle ahead of the new academic year. EXTRA HELP WITH SCHOOL UNIFORM COSTS IF you can't get targeted help from your council, you might have some other options available to you. In some areas, you can talk directly to your school, which might be able to offer you clothing. Or, you might be able to get cheap garments from low-budget shops or charity stores. Some charities offer help to families in need too. But bear in mind charities often have a limited amount of money to give and usually have specific criteria which must be met in order to get a grant. Charity Turn2Us has a free grants search tool on its website which you can use to find out what help is available to you. Meanwhile, you can always try approaching your nearest Citizens' Advice branch. If you don't know where your nearest Citizens' Advice branch is, you can find out by visiting If you're not eligible for a school uniform grant you might be able to get help through the Household Support Fund. M&S is also offering savings of up to 20% on school uniform buys this summer. Advertisement And the exact dates school uniforms will be available from Aldi, Tesco, and Sainsbury's. More on school uniforms A government move could see huge changes to school uniform costs, with prices potentially rising. Plus, five savvy tips to save while shopping for school uniforms this summer. A range of UK supermarkets have launched sales on school uniform buys.
