Library fines in one borough have been scrapped - should others follow suit?
A north London council has decided to scrap all library fines in a bid to help those struggling with the cost of living.
Library fines in Islington have been in place since free public libraries began in the borough in 1905.A 'fines amnesty' has also been introduced to encourage users to return very overdue items. Users aged between 18 and 60 were previously charged 17p per item per day for overdue books, audio books and music CDs. There was a maximum charge per item of £7.65.Councillor Roulin Khondoker hopes more people will visit their local library now the fines have been removed
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