KEEN readers who are housebound could benefit from the home library service operated by Bexley's libraries.

The service is available to people with restricted mobility who cannot get to a library and carers who stay at home because of their caring responsibilities.

About 200 people receive the free service, which began in the 1960s, and volunteers deliver the books and talking books.

Residents do not need to be a member of a library to join.

People who think they are eligible for the service should call Elaine Lapham on 020 8309 4165.