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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Motherwell.

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COVID-19 Information

• The information in this section was taken in March 2021.
• For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks. View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is High Road.
  • The car park is located across from the building, off High Road.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically (towards you).
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 136cm (4ft 6in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically (towards you).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 154cm (5ft 1in) wide.
• Comments View
  • There is a third set of similar automatic doors.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are deep.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).

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Reception

• The desk is 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Level Change (Rear Steps)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located leading up to the rear of the library and cafe.
• There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Lift (Rear Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located beyond reception.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 78cm x 120cm (2ft 7in x 3ft 11in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse, and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes a magnifying sheet.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left beyond the second set of entrance doors.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the left before the second set of entrance doors.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 160cm (5ft 7in x 5ft 3in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are ultraviolet.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 92cm (3ft).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located to the left of reception.
  • The female toilets are 29m (31yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female toilet.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located to the left of reception.
  • The male toilets are 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the female toilet.
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • The lightimg levels in these facilities are ultraviolet.

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Level Change (Female Toilet)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located leading up to the female toilet.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are shallow.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.