I am not a kindle owner as I still believe books are best borrowed or bought and passed on, also the cost of buying a kindle is prohibitive for a lot of us.

People will be able to order their preferred categories of books and other items to collect at an allocated time from 22 of Dorsets 23 libraries.

For those without online access, an order can be made by phoning 01305 228400.

There will be a bag of up to 10 books and other items such as talking books or DVDs waiting for collection.

These will be based on the type of books people normally select for themselves such as Romance.

All books will be quarantined in line with national guidance.

Any overdue charges that customers might have incurred as a result of library closures due to COVID-19 have been waived.

These are: Blandford, Bridport, Dorchester, Ferndown, Gillingham, Sherborne, Wareham, Weymouth and Wimborne.

Initially, opening hours will be reduced and a limited number of visitors will be allowed in the buildings at any one time.

The increased number of e-books and publications, including newspapers and magazines, will also continue to be available online.

However, I know many people missed the human interaction a visit to the library can give.

The council is also liaising with the 8 independent community managed libraries about their plans for re-opening.

Any overdue charges would be waived if Beaminster library does not re-open for some time.

Alternatively, you will be able to make a telephone call on 01305 228400 from the 8th.

You will be able to collect your books at a prearranged timed.

Returns can be dropped off from 6 July via the library letter boxes.

It is a phased reopening, putting the safety of our customers and employees first, but we want to reassure you we are doing everything we can within the limitations available to return to normal as soon as we can, Claire.

I know you are all working hard and I appreciate this, but this new arrangement doesnt help me on bit.

I have been longing for the library to reopen, but this just a huge disappointment.

Many people have missed using their local library during the closure period, but this is the first step in returning to a normal service.

We are expecting a lot of interest in this first phases, and unfortunately that means we are not able to provide a bespoke service due to limited books and employees.

However we must put your safety and that of our employees first, which means we cannot return to that service just yet.

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