Fines & charges are changing at Hackney Libraries

From 1 April 2026 some of our fees and fines are increasing due to rising costs.

Overdue fees

  • books, CDs, DVDs, language courses and spoken word items: 25p per day (maximum £9.60 per item)

  • no charge for under 18s

Reservation charges

  • 60p for all items in stock in Hackney Libraries or the Libraries Consortium

  • £6 for items from other sources

  • no charge for under 18s

Lost or damaged stock

  • £7.50 per item unless otherwise indicated

Books, DVDs and CDs

  • no loan charge for borrowing these items

Computers

  • use of computers and wi-fi is free for all Hackney Libraries members

Replacement membership cards

  • adults: £1.25

  • under 18s, senior citizens and people with disabilities: 65p

Printing and photocopying (single-sided)

  • A4 black and white: 20p

  • A3 black and white: 30p

  • A4 colour: 70p

  • A3 colour: £1.25

To avoid paying late fees you can renew your items in your nearest branch, online or by phone.


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