Coronavirus: Libraries, museums, theatres & art galleries across Fife close

The doors will stay shut until further notice
By Allan Crow
Published 18th Mar 2020, 19:51 BST
Updated 18th Mar 2020, 19:56 BST
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The decision by Fife Cultural Trust was taken after discussions with Fife Council, and takes effect from Thursday morning.

It was a “difficult but necessary” decision which will impact on a huge range of services and venues across the Kingdom.

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The Trust is closing all libraries and mobile libraries, and theatres – including Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy; Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline; Rothes Halls, Glenrothes; and Lochgelly Centre.

Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy- - one of the many venues closingAdam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy- - one of the many venues closing
Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy- - one of the many venues closing

https://www.fifetoday.co.uk/health/coronavirus/fife-college-suspends-all-face-face-teaching-2485967

https://www.fifetoday.co.uk/health/coronavirus/coronavirus-trust-close-all-fife-leisure-centres-2484536

Also affected are museums and galleries, the archive and collections centre, any retail outlets it runs, and cafes.

All services are suspended until further notice.

A statement from the trust said: “We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we are able to open our doors once again.”

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