To implement the restructure of the libraries service with effect from 7 th July. Following on from a staffing consultation, in support of the delivery of the Cheshire East Libraries Strategy 2024-28 and the funding agreements with individual Town and Parish Councils, this will include the following changes: • The appointment of 22 individuals to a total of 23 vacant and/or permanent roles; • Agreed changes to contracts of employment including the buyout of hours for 16 people; OFFICIAL • Agreed changes to contracts of employment, at the request of individual existing members of staff, for reduced hours without the need for a buyout for 7 people; and, • Agreed changes to contracts of employment, at the request of individual existing members of staff, for increased hours for 10 people.