Are you exempt from library charges? Find out if you are and how to apply.
Over-60s
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reduced hire charges for audio books or language courses on tape, CD and mp3
- overdue, lost and replacement charges including charges for DVDs and CDs apply as usual
- require an official document to prove date of birth
Housebound
If you have mobility or health problems, or have caring responsibilities, you can be registered as a housebound library member:
- the concessions apply even where a friend or relative delivers your library items
- your book will be given a three-month loan period
- no hire or overdue charges will be made for audio-visual materials (charges will be made for loss or damage)
- we can arrange for a volunteer from the Doorstep Service to deliver and collect
- require a letter from your doctor or social worker confirming that you cannot get to or from the library without help
Difficulty with books
If you are unable to use books because of visual impairment, dyslexia or some other condition you can be registered for the following:
- no hire or overdue charges for audio books, CDs, DVDs or CD-ROMs (charges will be made for lost or damaged items)
- three free pages of black and white printing per day
- require proof such as CVI (Certificate of Visual Impairment) or BD8 (Blind or Partially Sighted certificate), certificate or letter from your doctor or optician or a letter from your social worker confirming your difficulty or condition
Skills for Life student
- you can be registered for the concessions listed under Difficulty with books.
- this does not apply to language school students.
- require a letter from your tutor as proof
- concessions will no longer apply when students have completed their course
For more information on any library concessions, contact us on 0345 045 5225 or ask at your local library