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Libraries campaigner Alan Gibbons has written to Andy Burnham to urge the secretary of state for culture to intervene in the library closures in Swindon.
Burnham previously announced that he will review Wirral's decision to close eleven of its 24 libraries. Gibbons, a children's writer and independent educational consultant, believes Swindon's situation is comparable.
The letter read: "I would argue that it could be seen as inconsistent to investigate Wirral without also asking Swindon to account for itself and make clear plans for the town's library services."
It added: "As I am sure you are aware, Swindon council has proposals to cut local library services. Four branch libraries have been earmarked but there have been press reports of a council document highlighting nine outlets as superfluous to requirements."
Gibbons will hold a Campaign for the Book conference on 27th June to discuss the issues in both Wirral and Swindon.