A petition has been launched to protect the former Neath library based at Victoria Gardens.
The listed building, which was constructed in 1904, was left vacant this year, after the opening of the multi-million Neath leisure centre development, which is also home to a new library, opened on February 1. The new library at the site has more than 30,000 books, 16 public computers, and Wi-Fi throughout, as well as a dedicated children’s library, family history research area and local studies collection, with self-service kiosks.
It is hoped the improved it will attract more than 200,000 visitors to the town each year. However there are a number of councillors and residents in the town who want to guarantee the protection of the old library building.
