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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
National
Josef Steen

Fury as London council plans to open libraries just four days a week in 'salami slicing' budget cuts

An east London council has sparked criticism over plans to close some of its libraries for up to three days a week, as campaigners warn against “salami slicing” public services.

On Wednesday Hackney Council opened a new public consultation on its proposals to reduce opening hours for the eight libraries across the borough, citing “severe” budget cuts.

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