1. Public meeting on Wednesday You are invited to a Public meeting to discuss the proposed budget cuts to the Library of Birmingham from 2015. Called by Friends of the Birmingham Archives and Heritage. On Wednesday 7th January at 5pm in the Library Studio Theatre www.facebook.com/events/749320255156048/?ref_newsfeed_story_type=regular www.fobah.org/what-future-for-the-library-of-birmingham/ 2. Respond to Birmingham City Council's Budget consultation 12th January is the deadline for the Budget consultation please do respond and make the case against cutting our library services. Have your say The best way to have your say is by completing the online survey. www.birminghambeheard.org.uk/budget/2015 You could also: Email budget.views@birmingham.gov.uk Text ‘Budget’ followed by a space and your message to 07786 200 403 Write to Budget Views, Room M49, Council House, Victoria Square, Birmingham B1 1BB