As part of the commitment to continue improving libraries in the borough, Islington Council plans to make Lewis Carroll children's library bigger and even better.Councillor James Kempton, executive member for children said: "Lewis Carroll library is our specialist children's library. It is being rebuilt bigger and better and fit for 21st century kids. "There will be more books, more computers and more space for popular events, all supporting children's reading and learning more generally. Coming on the back of the huge success of the new N4 I am sure that we will see library usage going up still further. The council is committed to continually improving our libraries."Lewis Carroll is the only children's library in Islington and residents who use the it have already told the council how they think it could be improved.15 year old Josie Gomes who uses the library said: "The library could be a lot bigger and it needs more computers, new shelves and brighter décor."Elaine Gannon, for Sure Start Copenhagen says: "The premises could be larger to increase the volume of users."Cyntiha Willoughby aged 11 said: "The library could be bigger I don't think its big enough for all the events."The rebuilding of Lewis Carroll, part of the redevelopment of the Naish Court Estate, and will see the library relocated in new bigger premises in early 2007. The library will move into the 21st Century and will have modern shelving, more space for books, dvds and computer games. There will be a bigger IT area with more computers and a larger children's reading and study area. In the summer there will be space to sit outside and the library will be linked to the new estate community centre.Ruth Burton, regeneration manager - Naish Court said: "The Guinness Trust has always been about more than just buildings and we are delighted that we have been able to assist in providing the community with an up to date library that even more people can make use of. "In order for the improvements to take place the current Lewis Carroll will close its doors later this year. Provision will made to make sure that the community have access to a library service. Naish Court transferred to Guinness Trust in 2001. As part of the £20 million redevelopment the existing shops, library, community hall and estate office will be replaced. The scheme, which is over half way will also see over 200 new homes built with 192 being affordable. The scheme will also have key worker homes and 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses.Ends
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