Questions are being raised about the future of Tynemouth library as the council seeks a new contractor to demolish and redevelop the site.
On September 27 2022, North Tyneside Council approved plans to demolish the Front Street library and rebuild a community centre including a new library, ICT facilities, and six residential properties for the open market. The move proved controversial at the time, with residents complaining about the loss of the Georgian-era building, the potential impact on parking, and the impact on the local conservation area.
However, the local authority has announced the original contractor for the works, Aurora Properties Ltd, will no longer undertake the job. However, despite this setback, North Tyneside Council has said the original plans will go ahead, once a new contractor is found.
