Sir – Bury Knowle Liibrary in its beautiful building and grounds is greatly treasured by the residents of Headington.

Its closure will lead to the sale of the property and an amenity which is of enormous social value will be lost for ever.

Everyone who appreciates the value to the community of such a priceless asset will never forgive councillor Keith Mitchell who, under the guidance of decisions taken in haste by the present headless-chicken Coalition Government, without proper consultation of local residents, appears determined to rob Headington’s residents of what is Headington’s most valuble social asset.

Alba Thorning (Mrs), Headington