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New central library returns home to wallace Place
The central library has taken up its new home in the fully refurbished iconic building at wallace Place in Greenock town centre. Developed as part of Inverclyde
Council’s asset management programme, the new 21st century library offers a wide range of services in a flexible, modern and comfortable environment, with knowledgeable and friendly staff on hand to help. This bright and spacious children’s
area has lots of comfortable seating and space for families to relax and read in a safe and friendly environment. Families can have lots of fun together in the new ‘reading lodge’ in the centre of the children’s section. Teenagers continue to have their own
section of books to borrow from central library and will be keen to use the special study areas and reading ‘cocoons’. The new library features a flexible learning centre, with 14 desktop
computers within an enhanced space with comfortable PC seating and a mobile smartboard. Adaptable technology is available for people with additional support needs, such as visual or motor impairments. Classes in the new library will include courses in basic computers, tablets, laptops and help with job searching. Education Convenor Councillor Terry
Loughran said: “Wallace Place was originally used as a free public library from 1902 until the opening of the central library in Clyde Square in 1965. We are delighted to see the library return to its former home in all its glory refurbished with all the modern technology and design, giving children and adults across Inverclyde a new community hub to be proud of.”
More information and online services can be accessed via:
www.inverclyde.gov.uk/ education-and-learning/libraries
All aboard for record- breaking cruise ship season
Refurbished central library at Wallace Place
Full steam ahead for regeneration projects
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2015 is expected to be the busiest year yet at Greenock ocean Terminal, with a total of 56 ships expected to call this season - seven more than last year. Year on year, passenger numbers have more than
quadrupled, from 20,253 in 2007 to 92,678 in 2014 and this year is set to break the 100,000 barrier for the first time ever. This increase is set to bring a multi-million pound
boost to Inverclyde’s economy - estimates suggest that each passenger contributes around £80 to the local economy, not to mention from thousands of crew members who also spend here. This year will see the first direct sailings from
Greenock to the Caribbean and the Queen Mary II will call as part of Cunard’s 175th year anniversary celebrations, reinforcing the Clyde and the terminal’s close historical links with the cruise operator. The Royal Princess and Regal Princess will also grace the port with their presence. The terminal works in partnership with Inverclyde
Tourist Group, who welcome passengers as they arrive and offering a source of vital information for tourists.
Gamble Halls, Gourock
Inverclyde Council’s environment and Regeneration Committee has approved over £800,000 on new projects as part of its capital investment programme. They include £175,000 to replace and repair rotten
windows in Gourock’s Gamble Halls, £200,000 to rewire Port Glasgow Town Hall and a further £100,000 towards the Gourock Pier and Railhead Development. Convener Councillor Michael McCormick said:
“I am delighted that we are also investing £130,000 in a new ventilation system and access ramp at Gourock’s iconic outdoor swimming pool. The Council has already invested £1.8 million in the pool and this additional investment will further enhance one of Inverclyde’s top attractions for local people and visitors. We are fortunate in these days of increasingly constrained budgets to be able to carry on our programme of investment to enhance our facilities and enrich the lives of our citizens.”
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Win for Whinhill
Inverclyde Council’s Schools upgrade Programme is progressing as new multi-use games area has been opened at whinhill Primary. The state-of-the-art facility allows
pupils to play a variety of sports during school including netball, short tennis, football and basketball. Inverclyde Council is now installing
a similar multi-use games area at St Ninian’s Primary School which is due to be complete in May 2015 and Kilmacolm Primary’s upgrade will follow shortly as part of the school’s refurbishment. £1.1m has been allocated to upgrade
the sports facilities in seven other schools with work commencing on site from March/April 2015 at Inverkip, St Francis, St Michael’s, St Mary’s, King’s Oak, Lady Alice and St Joseph’s Primary Schools.
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