Space Usage in NLB Libraries

Mr Gerald Giam Yean Song asked the Minister for Communications and Information what proportion of space in NLB libraries is used for: (i) bookshelves; (ii) seats without desks; (iii) seats with desks; (iv) activity areas; (v) multimedia stations; and (vi) other purposes.

Mrs Josephine Teo: Each NLB library is designed to cater to the demographics of the patrons who visit each library, the unique characteristics of the surrounding area, feedback received as well as patron surveys and interviews. Hence, the space allocation, which is also affected by the size and layout of each library, differs across the public libraries.