Following a successful 'CareFest' in Buckinghamshire libraries – the first week of its kind - a new library card has been launched for carers.
The new card, designed by local young carers, provides a new library membership category tailored specifically to Buckinghamshire carers.
This new category offers two key benefits: no overdue fees and an extended loan period of an extra week. The Council recognises that carers often face unpredictable schedules and responsibilities, which can make it difficult to return items on time. By removing the pressure of fines and giving them more time, the initiative aims to make it easier for unpaid carers to access and enjoy library resources without added stress.
The card was launched during CareFest - a week-long festival celebrating the vital contributions of unpaid carers across the county. Organised by Carers Bucks and supported by Buckinghamshire Council through its Healthy Libraries programme—a partnership between Public Health and the library service—this inaugural event added a new dimension to the Council's ongoing support for carers.
Buckinghamshire Council's Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure, Peter Brazier, said:
"It was a pleasure to attend one of the CareFest events last week and witness the enthusiasm and appreciation shared by our community. Supporting initiatives like CareFest and the new library card reflects Buckinghamshire's commitment to recognising the vital role of unpaid carers and celebrating the creativity of our young people."
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