Library customers across Fife can now enjoy quicker, easier visits thanks to the introduction of new self-service kiosks in four locations.

The kiosks, now available in the new libraries at Templehall in Kirkcaldy, Jennie Lee Library in Lochgelly, Kirkcaldy Galleries Children’s Library and Duloch Library in Dunfermline, allow customers to borrow and return books quickly and independently, making borrowing more convenient and reducing waiting times.

At Templehall and Jennie Lee, customers can also use the kiosks to borrow books outwith library opening hours but when the Templehall Community Hub and Lochgelly Centre are still open.

To celebrate the launch, each library is having a prize draw and the first 100 users will be entered to win a bumper OnFife goodie bag.

Library Assistant Amber Smith at Templehall Library shows how simple it is to use the new self-service kiosk. (Pic: OnFife)

placeholder image — Library Assistant Amber Smith at Templehall Library shows how simple it is to use the new self-service kiosk. (Pic: OnFife)

The rollout is part of OnFife’s ongoing investment in modern, accessible library services designed to improve the experience for everyone who uses them.

Pamela Paton, operations manager, said: “These new self-service kiosks make borrowing and returning books quicker and easier, while our staff are right there to help anyone who needs it.

“We want people to feel confident giving them a try, and with early users having the chance to win a prize in each library, there’s an added bit of fun too. It’s all part of our continued investment in making library services more accessible, flexible and convenient for our communities.”