In addition, both UNESCO and Al-Hadi aim to make information and knowledge available and accessible to all groups and by supporting public libraries thus enhancing what it has to offer to all groups visiting it in all areas in Lebanon.

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Talks are also ongoing with groups interested in taking over libraries at Jesmond and High Heaton, but Dinnington, Moorside and Denton Burn will shut their doors in June.

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Council bosses are relying on community groups and businesses to help them save services including libraries.

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The protest has been organised by several local groups including Save Newcastle Libraries, the Walker Action Group and the Anti-Cuts Network.

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