| Library Type | Library | Library+ | Library Connect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definition | A library which delivers our core library offer | A library which delivers an enhanced core library offer | A library hub which delivers an enhanced core library offer including co-located partner services |
| Library size | Small | Medium sized or small sized library in area of high community need | Large |
| Geographical spread | Wide ranging network across the council area of Dorset, predominately in small towns or villages. | Wide ranging network across the council area of Dorset, predominately in Dorset’s towns. | A hub located in each geographical catchment of Dorset: North, South, Central, East, West. |
| Level of community need within library catchment | Library catchment of relatively lower area of community need | Library catchment of relatively medium or high area of community need | Strategically located to meet the needs of a broad geographical catchment |
Possible range of opening hours per week |
15 to 22 hours (including volunteer supported opening hours) |
25 to 32 hours |
40 to 48 hours |