Should UK public libraries lend tools as well as books?

Lending tools promotes community sharing and sustainability by providing access to necessary items for occasional use without requiring individuals to purchase them.

Lending tools reduces inequality by providing free access to essentials while managing operational risks.

Expanding access to tools democratizes resource sharing and reduces short-term consumerism for infrequently used items.

Lending tools provides access to essential items without cost barriers while fostering self-sufficiency in communities.

Lending tools alongside books meets genuine community need without major safety or cost overruns when managed well.

Lending drills and ladders saves people buying tools they use once a year, and since some libraries already do it the storage and check costs are modest and proven.