The Libraries, Culture and the Registration and Nationality Service Business Plan outlines the work that these services will carry out during 2011/12 (download full document below).

Summary for Libraries & Archives

Westminster Libraries provide and encourage access to reading, information, lifelong learning, leisure and cultural activities for everyone, who lives, studies and works in Westminster.

Westminster City Archives provides access to extensive local, family and community history collections to help shape a shared sense of community and individual identity, and to support learning and research. It contributes to local democracy and accountability by managing and preserving the official records of the City Council.

Service Priorities

The seven service priorities for this year are to:

1. increase participation by delivering a wide range of adult and children’s reading, learning and cultural activities
2. improve the provision of information, learning and skills support for residents and local businesses
3. develop the online services and digital content
4. work with key partners and explore opportunities to work with new partners
5. improve library premises
6. increase the number and variety of volunteering opportunities within the service
7. increase the use and availability of the services offered by the Registrars